Capital‑projects update: roofing/HVAC bids, bleacher zoning and schedule into 2026–27
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Summary
District officials reported progress on the roof and HVAC projects, noted a delay pending MSBA assignment of a commissioning agent, described field design and bleacher setbacks requiring a zoning variance, and said construction activity will likely continue into 2026–27.
Jay, who presented the capital projects report, outlined work on multiple fronts: roofing and HVAC equipment bid activity and the need to receive the MSBA‑assigned commissioning agent before fully releasing certain bids; a field project with design decisions pending a zoning setback variance (zoning board appeals scheduled for March 18); geotechnical test pits and survey work awarded to a low bidder (approximate cost after markups ~$52,000); and utility coordination with National Grid on transformers and generator planning.
Jay said the MSBA has not yet assigned a commissioning agent, which the district needs before putting full construction packages out to bid. On the field project, the district learned surveying indicates a likely gravity sewer connection but anticipates deep trenching in some spots. Design firm Beals and Thomas previewed plans to a conservation board and will pursue zoning approvals as needed.
Committee members asked about contingency space in cost estimates and whether early construction next year could conflict with the school calendar. Jay acknowledged that cost estimates are still being refined and that construction could overlap with the school year in localized ways.
Next steps: complete 100% construction documents, resolve MSBA commissioning assignment, finalize zoning/permits, and refine cost estimates for contingency planning.