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Tipp City board approves early procurements, HVAC software and three-year builders— insurance for PK–8 project
Summary
The board approved early electrical procurements, HVAC software upgrades and a three-year builder—s risk policy totaling $131,895 to keep the PK–8 building project on schedule; members also approved a then-and-now purchase order to cover emergency gas-line repairs after CenterPoint Energy work disrupted service.
The Tipp City Exempted Village Schools Board of Education on a unanimous vote authorized multiple early procurements and a three-year builder—s risk insurance policy to advance construction of the district—s PK–8 building and related projects.
Board members voted to approve early electrical procurements presented by Shook Construction — including an electrical distribution switchboard, panel boards with surge protection and a natural-gas generator — so long-lead equipment will be on hand when installation begins. Project staff said the district is coordinating underground work and pole relocations with the city and that municipal inspections will be performed by building official Rob England.
The board also approved a $10,973 purchase through an Equalis cooperative contract for Niagara software upgrades to control HVAC systems at LT Ball, Tipp Middle School and Tipp High School. The superintendent explained the upgrade is needed because existing software is expiring; staff said the new modules will integrate with the district—s updated building systems.
In addition, trustees authorized the superintendent to buy a three-year builders— risk policy from Travelers Insurance Company through Hamler Grange Insurance for the period Sept. 1, 2025, through Sept. 1, 2028, at a premium of $131,895. Treasurer Stevens told the board the premium is a project requirement and is co-fundable with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission; contractors indicated they were ready to proceed once insurance is secured. "The contractors are itching for this to be inked," Stevens said during the meeting.
Separately, the board approved a then-and-now purchase order under Ohio Revised Code procedures to pay a roughly $10,000 invoice for gas-line work performed after CenterPoint Energy shut off gas and removed parts, leaving the middle school without service. Staff said Heater Plumbing custom-fitted replacement parts to restore service and that the district paid because no purchase order had been in place at the time the work was performed.
The approvals were routine but described as time-sensitive by staff because long lead times for electrical equipment and the need for an active insurance policy could delay construction if not addressed now. The board voted in favor of all items without recorded opposition.
The meeting materials filed with the board identified the vendors and contract references included in the public content submitted to trustees.
