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District targets SRS roof for Commonwealth facility-improvement grant; bids due early February

Wallingford-Swarthmore School District Finance & Facilities Committee · January 21, 2026
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Summary

Administration said the Commonwealth grant (projects $500,000'$5,000,000; 75% max grant funding, 25% district match) will be focused on SRS roof renovation after a recent survey found SRS in more immediate need; bids to support the March 13 application are due in early February.

District staff told the finance and facilities committee on Jan. 20 they plan to pursue a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania public-school facility-improvement grant, recommending the district prioritize SRS roof work to maximize chances of receiving funding.

Staff described the grant parameters: eligible project total cost must be at least $500,000 and not more than $5,000,000, the grant may cover up to 75% of eligible costs and districts must provide a…

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