Pacoima Charter Elementary School New Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

The project at Pacoima Charter Elementary School involves the comprehensive replacement of outdated heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across seven permanent buildings, along with the installation of a new campus-wide Energy Management System in all eight permanent buildings. The existing HVAC infrastructure, which has surpassed its service life, will be upgraded with modern air handling units, rooftop units, ductwork, controls, and associated electrical components to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance burdens. All work must adhere to strict environmental and construction standards set by the Los Angeles Unified School District, including District Specification 01-4524, South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1466, and the December 2023 Standard Conditions of Approval, which mandate soil testing, construction waste recycling, hazardous material management, and protection of historic structures. The project is governed by CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15302 and includes specialized requirements such as nesting bird surveys during tree removal between February and August, immediate reporting of subsurface resource discoveries, and approval processes for any changes affecting historic resources. The total approved budget for the project is $73,003,621, authorized by the Board of Education on February 27, 2025, with performance taking place exclusively at the school campus located at 11016 Norris Avenue, Los Angeles. The district retains full authority for inspection and acceptance of all work, with oversight coordinated through the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and key contacts including Zulema Renteria, Environmental Planning Specialist, serve as primary points of communication. No formal contract clauses, evaluation factors, payment details, or contractor representations are detailed in the available records, and all requirements are embedded within district-specific environmental and construction protocols rather than standardized federal acquisition forms.