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Pritchard envelope finished; O'Brien tenant improvements progressing, DES reports

State Capital Committee and Capital Candidates Advisory Committee (joint meeting) · May 7, 2026
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Summary

DES reported the Pritchard building envelope is complete with interior finishes underway and a roughly three‑month completion forecast; O'Brien tenant improvements are underway after a timely move‑out, with demo and abatement in progress and framing to start soon.

DES provided brief construction updates on campus projects.

Pritchard: the building envelope work is complete (windows, terracotta and roof) and interior finishes are progressing, with elevator installations nearing completion and interior finishes phased over upper floors. DES said exterior hardscapes and last underground utilities are being finished and that a grand‑opening is being planned with invitation to committee members.

O'Brien tenant improvements: move‑out was completed ahead of schedule; DES is salvaging and reusing doors and furniture, donating cubicle furniture to other agencies, and storing selected items. Demo and abatement are underway; framing is scheduled to begin next week and DES expects substantial completion by the end of the year.

DES staff said the projects remain on schedule and encouraged committee members to follow weekly updates on the DES site.