UAB approves Blunt Hall envelope renovation; Pacquiaoin amendment approved for Bartow Arena upgrades
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Summary
The committee approved a UAB construction item to renew the building envelope and interior of Blunt Residence Hall with a $22.75 million total project budget, and a UAB amendment to the Pacquiaoin master software agreement (add 3D seat visualization) for $113,000 as part of Bartow Arena renovations. Both resolutio
UAB presented and the committee approved two items: (1) authorization to proceed with design services and subsequent owner‑architect negotiations for renewal of Blunt Residence Hall’s building envelope and interior work; and (2) an amendment to a master software and services agreement between UAB and Pacquiaoin adding a 3D seat visualization and selection capability as part of Bartow Arena renovations.
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (structural/envelope specialists) was identified as the top‑ranked design firm for Blunt Hall. The project will replace the roof, exterior doors and windows, portions of exterior metal panels, and will include kitchen cabinet and carpet replacements inside student units; the scope will be phased across the building’s three wings so the facility can remain occupied. Total project budget remains $22,750,000 and is funded with future UAB bond funds and student affairs reserve funds.
The Pacquiaoin amendment adds the 3D seat visualization product (Bolina project product) to the existing master agreement and will cost an additional $113,000. The current Pacquiaoin agreement runs through June 30, 2029. The committee approved both items by voice vote.
The committee record shows the motion, the presenter’s recommendation and a voice vote; no roll‑call tally was included in the public transcript.
