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Phyllis E. Williams Spanish Immersion

Phyllis E. Williams Spanish Immersion building exterior
Status
Construction
Funding Model
Traditional
Project Type
Systems Renovation
Budget
$9,318,632
Architect
Arium AE, LLC
General Contractor
Fresh Air Concepts, LLC
Project Manager
Rexie Fernando

School Information

Principal
Cynthia Rodgers
Address
9601 Prince Place, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Neighborhood
Upper Marlboro
School Board District
District 6
County Council District
District 4
State Legislative District
District 23

Project Timeline

Project Scope

The major renovation of Phyllis E. Williams Spanish Immersion (PEWSI) consists of the replacement of the building's HVAC system, improvement to the building envelope, replacement of exterior doors and windows, ceiling replacement, lighting and electrical upgrades, update to the fire alarm system and interior architectural upgrades.

News & Announcements

  • The Phyllis E. Williams project was recently highlighted in the January 2024 edition of the Department of Capital Programs newsletter. Read the project's update in the newsletter here.
  • The Phyllis E. Williams project was highlighted in the September 2023 edition of the Department of Capital Programs newsletter. Read the project's update in the newsletter here.

Project Updates

June 2024

Past Month's Accomplishments

  • Sprinkler systems reached 95% completion, ceiling grid installation reached 50% completion, and HVAC ductwork reached 45% completion.
  • Electrical work reached 40% completion.
  • Structural support installation for the rooftop units (RTUs) is underway.
  • RTU curves were delivered onsite.
  • Hot and cold water pipe installations and reciprocating pumps and fittings reached 60% completion.

July Lookahead

  • RTU curves will be installed.
  • All ceiling grids will be completed.
  • Electrical fixtures will be installed in most classrooms.
  • Door and window demolitions and installations are scheduled for July. 

April 2024

Past Month's Accomplishments

  • Sprinkler system installation reached 85% completion.
  • Ductwork and VAV installation reached 65% completion.
  • Hot and cold pipe installation reached 50% completion.
  • FAC tested the pressure of hot and cold pipes in Phase 1. A TPIP inspector will test them again in the coming weeks.

May Lookahead

  • Demolition of exterior doors and windows and installation of new exterior doors and windows to be scheduled in a few weeks.
  • Installation of VAV in classrooms will be completed.
  • Installation of ceiling grids after inspection of the mechanical ductwork will begin.
  • The smoke barrier walls in the corridors at pods A, B, C, D, and E will be extended to the underside of the roof.

February 2024

Past Month's Accomplishments

  • Demolition of all ceilings was completed.
  • Installation of electrical wiring for the mechanical equipment is underway.
  • Ductwork was delivered and prepped for installation.
  • Abatement of all ACM materials from the ceiling and ductwork was completed.

February Lookahead

  • Installation of ductwork, sprinkler preparation, electrical wiring, and controls will continue.

November 2023

Past Month's Accomplishments

  • Permitting and materials were acquired.

Next Month's Lookahead

  • Construction to begin in late November or early December.

Documents & Presentations

Project Update Meeting - 11/07/2024 | Recording; Presentation (English, Spanish, French); Q&A (English, Spanish, French)

Project Update Meeting - 04/22/2024 | Recording; Presentation (English, Spanish, French); Q&A (English, Spanish, French)

Project Update Meeting - 11/06/2023 | Recording; Presentation (English, Spanish, French); Q&A (English, Spanish, French)

Swing Plan Information Session - 03/22/2023 | Recording; Presentation (English, Spanish, French); Q&A (English, Spanish, French)