This initial assessment of Carl G. Lauro Elementary School was conducted by Downes Construction on Monday, August 12, 2024.

Project Overview

The City of Providence and PPSD are exploring the possibility of using Carl G Lauro Elementary School as a swing space to temporarily relocate students while their schools undergo renovation. The project scope will include renovations and upgrades to various aspects of the school, ensuring a better environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Improvements

2. Window Shades:

• Installation of new window shades throughout the school, with considerations for reusing existing shades where feasible.

4. Radiator Covers:

• Design and the construction of custom radiator covers for all exposed radiators accessible to students.

6. Drinking Fountains:

• Replacement of eight existing drinking fountains with modern bottle-filling stations that include a drinking fountain feature.

8. Signage and Numbering System:

• The purchase and installation of appropriate signage and a numbering system for the entire building.

10. Clock/Phone/Intercom System:

•  Installation of a standard clock, phone, and intercom system to improve communication within the school.

12. Copy Room:

• Repairs to address water infiltration, replacement of carpet/flooring, and restoration of water-damaged walls, ceilings, and millwork 

14. Secured Vestibule:

• Design and installation of a secured vestibule to enhance the school's entry security, including necessary access controls and security features. 

16. Gymnasium Improvements:

• Addition of padding to perimeter walls in both Gym A and Gym B, floor cleaning, and ceiling repair/repainting in Gym B.

18. Allowance Items:

• Brick/CMU Repair: An allowance for predetermined square footage repairs to brick and CMU, particularly on the 3rd-floor elevation.

•  HVAC System Testing: An allowance for comprehensive testing of the HVAC system to ensure proper functionality.

PVD, PPSD & DCC Walkthrough Summary:

A walkthrough, conducted on Tuesday, August 20th, 2024, included representatives from PPSD, PVD, and DCC. The primary objective was to gather feedback from PPSD and PVD following the initial site assessment by Downes Construction. This feedback will be used to refine the scope of work, which will be reviewed by PVD, PPSD, and DCC.

Painting and Preparation Additions:

•        Paint all vertical surfaces, including cork boards, columns, and built-in shelving units.

•        Repair any exposed openings on walls and remove all staples, screws, and foreign objects. Scrape, prime, and prep the surfaces accordingly.

Requests from PPSD and PVD:

•        Insulate exposed pipes. (Tracy, PPSD)

•        Paint cork boards. (Tracy, PPSD)

•        Remove and dispose of all whiteboards/dry-erase boards, as they are no longer usable. (Tracy, PPSD)

•        Purchase and install smart boards, IT drops, wireless access points, large printers, and security items. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

•        Ensure all doors throughout the building are in proper working condition. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

•        Update the Be Safe map. (Tracy, PPSD)

•        Create evacuation maps. (Tracy, PPSD)

•        Purchase a mobile audio system (microphone and speakers) for the cafeteria. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

•        Purchase a mobile smart board for the cafeteria. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

•        Purchase and install kitchen equipment, or repurpose equipment from another school. (Brian, PPSD)

•        Allocate maintenance funds for locker repair. (Brian, PPSD)

•        Design and construct secured vestibules in each wing of the school. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

•        Install an exterior service ramp, replacing Line Item 15 (ADA Accessibility) from the initial assessment. (Tracy, Brian, John: PVD & PPSD)

•        Purchase and install FF&E, or repurpose FF&E from another location. Disassembly, move management, and installation costs will need to be included for repurposing. The FF&E includes cafeteria tables and seating. (Tracy & Brian, PPSD)

Revised Scope of Work:

This scope of work was developed following an initial site assessment by Downes Construction, as well as a site walkthrough with the Providence Public School District and the City of Providence. Their feedback was incorporated into the scope to ensure total coverage of all necessary improvements.

1. Painting

·        Scope: Repaint all vertical walls, doors, ceilings (where applicable), railings, and previously painted brick walls throughout the building.

·        Preparation: Includes necessary prep work such as infill, repair of water damage, caulking, sanding, and removal of staples, screws, and other foreign objects from walls. Scrape, prime, and prepare surfaces before painting.

·        Exclusions: Brick walls left in their original state.

2. Window Shades

·        Scope: Install new window shades throughout the school. Reuse existing shades where feasible.

3. Smart Boards

·        Scope: Provide and install smart boards in every classroom.

·        Additional Requests: Include IT drops, wireless access points, and necessary large printers.

4. Radiator Covers

·        Scope: Design and construct custom radiator covers for all exposed radiators accessible to students.

5. Restrooms and Plumbing

·        Scope: Conduct deep cleaning of all restrooms. Ensure all plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, urinals, and stall doors, are in proper working condition.

6. Drinking Fountains

·        Scope: Replace eight existing drinking fountains with modern bottle-filling stations that include a drinking fountain feature.

7. Door Hardware/Locks

·        Scope: Replace all door key cores throughout the building to enhance security and functionality. Ensure all doors are in proper working condition.

8. Signage and Numbering System

·        Scope: Purchase and install appropriate signage and a numbering system for the entire building.

9. Cafeteria

·        Scope: A comprehensive refurbishment of the cafeteria, including floor replacement, water infiltration repairs, and ceiling tile replacement.

·        Additional Requests: Purchase a mobile audio system (microphone and speakers) and a mobile smart board for the cafeteria.

10. Clock/Phone/Intercom System

·        Scope: Install clock, phone, and intercom system to improve communication within the school.

11. Water Infiltration Mitigation

·        Scope: Investigate and repair water infiltration issues in key areas, including bay windows in staircases, 3rd-floor elevation, and egress points.

12. Copy Room

·        Scope: Repair water infiltration, replace carpet/flooring, and restore water-damaged walls, ceilings, and millwork in the copy room.

13. Damaged Lockers

·        Scope: Allocate maintenance funds for locker repairs.

14. Secured Vestibule

·        Scope: Design and install secured vestibules in each wing of the school to enhance entry security. Include necessary access controls and security features.

15. Service ramp

·        Scope: Install an exterior service ramp.

16. Gymnasium Improvements

·        Scope: Add padding to perimeter walls in Gym A and Gym B. Clean the gym floors and repair/repaint the ceiling in Gym B.

17. Parking Lot

·        Scope: Repair and resurface the front and back parking lots. Paint games on the blacktop for recess activities. Clean and stain the outdoor classroom area.

18. Allowance Items

·        Brick/CMU Repair: Include an allowance for predetermined square footage repairs to brick and CMU, particularly on the 3rd-floor elevation.

·        HVAC System Testing: Include an allowance for comprehensive testing of the HVAC system to ensure proper functionality.

19. Window AC Feasibility

·        Scope: Verify the number of windows in the building to determine how many AC units can be installed.

20. Flooring

·        Scope: Replace or repair all necessary flooring throughout the building.

21. Window Frosting

·        Scope: Add window frosting to all classroom doors.

22. Window Repairs

·        Scope: Ensure all damaged windows and window mesh on the first floor are repaired.