Challenge

Oran R-III needed renovation of existing classroom space and a new elementary/jr. high building with a multi-purpose facility that included a kitchen. Like most small schools, they were limited in building funds due to the restraints of the bonding capacity. The district would have to go to the voters and even with successful passage of the bond referendum, the bonds would only cover about half of the badly needed improvement project. The district had not been able to find a company who was willing to investigate different strategies to make their project possible.

Project Overview

CTS was able to find a solution to make Oran’s dreams a reality. Three buildings were demolished to make way for an addition to the existing high school to house elementary and jr. high classes along with a new cafeteria/multi-purpose area. The electrical, plumbing and HVAC portion of the new construction was included in the performance contract. The existing cafeteria was renovated into a library and media center with Qualified Zone Academy Bond (QZAB) monies. These strategies reduced the drain on the bond funds making the project possible.

The work was accomplished while school was still in session with no interruptions, on schedule and without change orders. The project scope included:

• Demolition of three existing jr. high buildings and all site work
• Complete renovation of the cafeteria building into a library, media center and classrooms
• Lighting system replacement / window replacement with low E units
• Plumbing and restroom renovation / interior and exterior door replacements
• Installation of new floor covering, painting, acoustical ceilings
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and kitchen equipment installation in the new jr. high addition

Project Results

“CTS was the only company willing to look outside the box and find a way to make our vision a reality. They were very helpful in getting the bond issue started and instrumental in the passage of the bond. Their guidance ranged from helping me with the bond passage to input on critical decision making that I may have struggled with being a new superintendent. I will definitely use them on the next project I do whether it be at the Oran R-III district or another educational facility.”

Mitch Wood Superintendent