Texas Education Code 44.031 (a), Texas Government Code Chapter 2269, and Board Policy CV (Legal) provide for eight (8) methods of delivery of construction services. As one of the available methods, a school district may enter into a contract to purchase construction related goods or services through a purchasing cooperative.

Facilities & Construction is requesting approval from the Board to utilize TIPS RCSP 230602 Pavement and Other Related Services, to contract Keystone GC, LLC, for Austin HS Driveway Ramp Improvements, Project No. 17.622D, in the amount of $159,878.40.  The project will consist of expanding an existing driveway access ramp to the upper levels of the campus. The duration of construction is anticipated at 120 calendar days.

It is recommended by Ms. Irene Ramirez, Executive Director of Facilities & Construction, and Mr. Manuel Verduzco, Interim Chief Operations Officer/Assistant Superintendent Information Security and Technology, that the Board approve the expenditures of Austin HS Driveway Ramp Improvements, Project No. 17.622D, utilizing TIPS RCSP 230602, Pavement and Other Related Services, to Keystone GC, LLC, in the amount of $159,878.40, as presented.