Rockport Fulton ISD construction update: high school nearing substantial completion; trustees approve two HVAC replacements

Architecture and construction representatives told trustees on April 14 that the high-school project tied to Bond 2022 is tracking toward a May 2026 substantial-completion milestone, with progress-billing figures showing roughly 96% complete for the high-school scope and $37.49 million authorized of planned contract values. Presenters cautioned that punch-list work will continue after demobilization and that some unexpected underground utilities (vitrified clay sewer and storm lines located differently than plans assumed) required civil adjustments.

Teal Construction and Claycomb Associates described current activities (site paving preparation, room‑signage, demolition and athletic‑wing punch‑list items) and said the team expects to be off site for major construction before school starts, with punch‑list work and locker-room finish items continuing into summer. Officials said they are coordinating schedules with campus staff to avoid student disruption when vendors install signage or building-distribution antennas.

On facilities spending, trustees approved two replacements: a 40‑ton HVAC unit serving the ROTC and culinary building (estimated $160,047.39; not to exceed $170,000) and a 35‑ton multi‑zone unit for the Fulton Elementary office (estimated $140,659.39; not to exceed $150,000). Both purchases were authorized to be paid from bond funds and passed by unanimous vote, 6–0.

What to watch: the district will continue to track punch‑list completion and utility rework impacts, and staff said contract closeouts and final papers for Fulton Elementary remain part of summer work. The board scheduled follow-up discussions with contractors to resolve critical-path discrepancies and potential cost impacts related to unforeseen site conditions.