2025-05-019 Hightower Elementary School Kitchen Addition & Renovation

The contract involves the Plano Independent School District issuing a request for proposals to select a Construction Manager at Risk through a one-step process for the Hightower Elementary School project in Texas. The scope encompasses a comprehensive renovation and expansion of the school's kitchen facilities, including demolishing existing kitchen structures, installing new underground plumbing, flooring, walls, ceilings, and kitchen equipment, as well as constructing a new cooler and freezer area, grease interceptor, and sanitary lines. Additionally, the project includes upgrading the main building's restroom partitions and mechanical system controls. The estimated construction budget is approximately $2.4 million, with work scheduled to commence in summer 2025 and complete by December 2025. The proposal deadline is April 8, 2025, and the project’s recommendation for board approval is targeted for May 6, 2025. A virtual open house via Zoom is scheduled for April 8, 2025, to provide further project details. The procurement process is managed through Ion Wave, with key points of contact including Veronica Couzynse. The contract falls under the NAICS code 238910, indicating specialty trade contractors related to building construction. The project’s location is at 2601 Decatur Drive, Plano, TX, and the contract size is anticipated to be between 2 and 3 million dollars. The comprehensive scope, tight schedule, and specific requirements highlight the importance of timely and qualified responses from interested construction management firms. This project aligns with the district’s ongoing efforts to improve school facilities and ensure operational efficiency through modernized kitchen and mechanical systems.