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Orting board recommends Skanska as construction manager and advances school design plans
Summary
The Orting School District board voted to recommend Skanska USA Inc. as the GCCM for bond-funded school projects and approved an interim consultant agreement, while receiving detailed updates on elementary and high school designs, wetlands work, and next steps for permitting and bond oversight.
The Orting School District board voted to recommend Skanska USA Inc. as the district's general contractor/construction manager (GCCM) for bond-funded capital work and approved an interim consultant agreement to begin early coordination while final contracts are prepared. The action, taken during the board's regular meeting, followed a multi-step selection process and public presentation by Skanska representatives.
Board members said the committee reviewed seven statements of qualifications, held four interviews and considered two fee proposals before arriving at its recommendation. A resolution to recommend award of GCCM services, identified in the meeting as Resolution 9.2025-2026 and described as complying with RCW 39.10, was moved, seconded and passed by voice vote. The board also approved an interim consultant agreement with Skanska to allow work to start on time while legal agreements are finalized.
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