This document presents the Georgia Department of Education's submittal requirements for documents addressing the planning and construction of educational facilities. Requirements cover such areas as project funding sources, copies and format, site plan, floor plans, elevations and sections, construction delivery method, and heating, air…

Discusses the selection process when using outside professionals for school construction projects. The drawbacks of using competitive bidding for professional services are highlighted followed by tips on using a qualifications-based selection method that includes work-experience evaluation and conducting interviews for professional services. (GR)

This publication recommends that school districts include a legal plan in every school construction project. The author discusses negotiating agreements with the project architect and construction manager early on; exercising due diligence in selecting the project team; determining proper levels of professional liability insurance; clarifying…

Explains the complexities of the process involved in obtaining payment on a forfeited bidding contract and the exceptions to the general rule on forfeiture for contract bids. Includes discussion of court litigation on the topic. (MD)

As serving as its own contractor, a small district in western Montana saved money, had better control over the project, and inspired public confidence. Major advantages were cost savings, controlling the pace of construction, and the ability to cope with change orders. (MLF)

An independent consultant retained for a school building project will monitor, troubleshoot, and see that the proper project management is being performed by the architect, engineer, and contractor. (Author/MLF)

In school construction projects a great deal of work and planning needs to happen before ground breaking starts. Lists consistent factors that should always be considered when setting up a facility-design timeline. (MLF)

The Georgia Department of Education has developed submittal requirements for planning and construction of educational facilities that cover such areas as project funding sources, copies required, and format; site plan; floor plans; elevations and sections; and heating, air conditioning, and ventilation requirements. Requirements also focus on…

Discusses developing bid specifications for facilities projects. Highlights include: the four basic sections of bid specifications (general conditions, specific conditions, table of values, and information about the bidder's company); setting standards for products; determining whether the bidder is qualified to do the work; a sample timeline; and…

Discusses the construction phase of the school planning process. Presents an overview of the different contractual relationships between an owner and contractors. (Author/MLF)

Lists the advantages and disadvantages to school districts of having contractors take part in financing a school construction project when a school district has reached its full limit of borrowing capacity and necessary projected cash flow in order to complete the project. (MLF)

This Washington State manual explains the full spectrum of activities involved in the planning, design, and construction of successful and cost-effective projects for school facilities. Chapters cover advance planning; financing; site selection; educational specifications; consultant selection; school design; bidding, evaluation, and award of…

Outlines crucial administrator responsibilities during the planning and construction phases of a new or remodeled school building. Includes designing the program, contracting the architect, and establishing and selling a bond issue. (MLF)

An examination of statutes and case law reveals that in most states the employment of architects and engineers by public school districts is exempt from competitive bidding procedures. (MLF)

The school district of Greenville County, South Carolina, needed two new schools, yet had reached the legal limit of its borrowing capacity. By financing the project through the contractor, financing costs were offset by savings from building the schools a year earlier than would otherwise have been possible. (MLF)