Needville ISD
2023 Bond
Needville Junior High Campus
At their June 19, 2024, regular meeting, the Board of Trustees approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) from Drymalla Construction for the new junior high school campus. Bid coverage was exceptional and the GMP brings the project in under budget.
The campus will be built for an initial enrollment of 1,000 students with core spaces (cafeteria, administration, library, etc.) to support a build out to 1,500 students.
Current progress includes:
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Concrete foundation for main building is complete
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Foundation for the new Ag facility is ongoing
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Structural steel erection continues
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Concrete placement for second story slabs is ongoing
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Metal roof deck installation is ongoing
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Cold form metal stud wall framing for exterior walls has begun
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Mechanical and electrical rough in has begun
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Fire proofing is also ongoing
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Site grading is ongoing
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Subgrade preparation for the new tennis courts and track/field is nearing completion
Architect – Claycomb Associates Architects
Contractor – Drymalla Construction
Needville Elementary Campus
Meetings with Staff continue as the design team nears completion of the Design Development phase of the project. The campus layout has been defined. The relationship between instructional and support spaces has been established. The general appearance of the new school is taking shape. Work now focuses on interior spaces and the functional elements of each space. Preliminary estimates indicate that the project is tracking in line with the budget. A link to the Design Development presentation to the Board of Trustees is provided below.
New Elementary Design Development Presentation
Architect – Claycomb Associates Architects
Contractor - TBD
Needville High School Additions and Renovations
Additions and renovations to Needville High School include new classrooms and support spaces, as well as an expansion to the dining area. A new gym with a full suite of dressing rooms and support spaces is also planned. Design will begin in the Spring of 2025.
Architect – Claycomb Associates Architects
Contractor – TBD
Needville ISD Technology and Security
The 2023 bond included funding for a variety of technology upgrades. From devices to infrastructure, the goal is to address upgrades to NISD’s technology backbone to serve students and staff. Procurement of some devices is underway. More updates to come!
With a focus on the safety of our campuses, the program includes funding for the creation of secure entry vestibules at all existing campuses. Further enhancements include background check software, building access controls, communication systems, fencing, lighting, and a variety of other improvements focused on safety.