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Board approves construction change orders, heavy-equipment parts renewal, and $3.2M furniture purchasing authority

Marion County School Board · March 24, 2026
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Summary

The board recorded informational construction change orders that yield deductive sums and savings via owner-direct purchases, approved renewal of an OEM heavy truck and bus parts contract (up to $500,000), and authorized use of TIPS/state contracts for up to $3.2 million in furniture for new school projects.

The Marion County School Board reviewed and approved multiple construction and procurement items on March 24, including informational change orders, a renewal for heavy truck and bus parts, and authorization to use cooperative contracts to purchase furniture for upcoming school openings.

Staff reported several deductive change orders associated with owner-direct purchases (ODP) that reduce guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract amounts. Examples…

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