Stevenson Elementary School Modernization Plus Project

The Stevenson Elementary School Modernization Plus Project involves the comprehensive rehabilitation of the historic North and South Classroom Buildings at 515 Lime Avenue in Long Beach, California, constructed in 1934, with the goal of modernizing infrastructure while preserving their historic integrity. Work includes installation of new HVAC and lighting systems, restoration of historically compatible finishes, repainting in period-appropriate color palettes, repair of roofs, and selective removal of non-historic additions to restore architectural authenticity. Interior improvements encompass ADA-compliant paths of travel, accessible restrooms and drinking fountains, and tactile signage, while exterior enhancements focus on ADA-compliant site circulation and updated campus signage. A new two-story bridge and elevator will be constructed to connect the classroom buildings, ensuring full accessibility without compromising the visual character of the historic campus. All work adheres to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation as applied by the California Register of Historic Resources, with oversight and verification provided by qualified architectural historians. The project is led by the Long Beach Unified School District, with Dana Grudem serving as the Senior Program Manager and primary point of contact. It was posted as a forecast on October 23, 2025, under NAICS code 236220 for educational facility construction, and has been determined to qualify for multiple CEQA categorical exemptions, including Classes 1, 3, 14, and 31, due to its nature as a rehabilitation within an existing building envelope with no significant environmental impact. No formal contract value, pricing structure, or procurement details such as contract type, payment office, invoicing method, or FAR-style clauses are provided, as the documentation centers on environmental compliance and historical preservation standards rather than federal contracting processes. Inspection and acceptance will occur on-site at the school, with final approval resting with the school district, and all performance criteria must align with applicable building codes, ADA standards, and energy efficiency requirements. The project does not include federal procurement elements such as socioeconomic set-asides, CAGE codes, UEIs, or contractor certifications, and all activity is governed under state environmental and historic preservation law.