GCS-SIGAL, LLC Awarded Design-Build Contract for Cardozo High School
Posted November 21, 2011
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The team of GCS-SIGAL, LLC has been awarded the design-build contract to complete a full modernization of Cardozo High School.
Hartman-Cox Architects of DC is the project architect. The project is being managed by Office of Public Education Facilities Modernization (OPEFM).
SIGAL Construction was one of the founding partners of the academy, and GCS, Inc. has a seat on its Board. Students learn about architecture and design, carpentry, electricity, and HVACR through academic studies, technical content, applied learning and field experiences at the school. Program graduates earn certification leading to apprenticeship and job opportunities.
Located at 1200 Clifton Street, NW, Cardozo was originally built in 1916. It consists of approximately 355,400 SF. It was originally designed to accommodate a student population of 1,100 students. Currently, the school has 650 students; however, it is being designed to accommodate a student population ranging 850-1,100 students.
Modernization will involve a full upgrade of the building and its systems to meet start-of-the-art technical and educational standards. Finishes and interiors will be brought up to current OPEFM standards. The project also includes an addition of a regulation-size gym. The student population is slated to be relocated to nearby swing space in December 2010 with re-opening set for late Summer 2013. The project is targeted to achieve LEED® for Schools Gold certification.
The school serves students in Grades 10-12. High school students from all Wards of the District are encouraged to apply for admission.
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