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SCLA board awards $243,000 roof-replacement contract for Building 553 to Universal Coatings

2503470 ยท March 5, 2025

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Summary

The Southern California Logistics Airport Authority approved a standard construction agreement with Universal Coatings Inc. to replace the roof on Building 553 (project CC25-064) for up to $243,000, using spray-applied foam and protective coating to extend service life.

At a March 4 meeting of the Victorville City Council sitting as the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority (SCLAA) board, members approved a contract with Universal Coatings Inc. to replace the roof on Building 553 for a total compensation not to exceed $243,000.

Airport Director Eric Ray said the building (the former Flannery building near Air Expressway and Phantom West) has a failing roof. The SCLAA board and staff elected to pursue a roof-remediation approach that salvages most of the existing roof and applies spray-applied polyurethane foam (SPF) and an elastomeric top coat. Ray described the coating as an insulating "cool roof" that can be recoated and maintained every 5 to 10 years; when well-maintained the coating system can last decades and greatly reduces future maintenance costs.

Universal Coatings was the successful bidder; Ray said the firm has completed multiple roofs for SCLA in prior years and was judged a responsible contractor. The contract was presented as project CC25-064 and will be funded from airport operational funds. The motion to adopt staff's recommendation was moved and seconded on the record; the vote was unanimous.

Why it matters: The coating approach is intended to extend the life of the roof, reduce cooling costs and lower long-term maintenance obligations for the airport authority. Airport staff said salvaging and coating the existing membrane reduces replacement cost while delivering effective waterproofing and insulation.

Speakers who presented or were cited on this item included Airport Director Eric Ray and other SCLA staff; the board authorized staff to execute the construction agreement.