Learning Estate Programme - Appendix 1 - Detailed Updates on Current Projects (May - Nov 2023)
Perth and Kinross Council · 6 November 2023
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1 APPENDIX 1 Detailed Updates on Current Projects (May - November 2023) Milestones Milestones are key tasks within a project plan which mark completion of a significant or critical phase of work or a decision point. When projects are in the “pre-delivery phase” (before a contract has been awarded), milestone dates are aspirational, and a general status update is provided. In terms of projects that are in the “delivery phase”, the key milestones have the following dates: • The Programme Date (Baseline) is the date that the milestone is planned for completion based on the master programme agreed with the appointed main contractor. It is the baseline date for projects in the delivery phase; • The Current Projected Date is only relevant where there has been a deviation from the baseline and a change in achieving the milestone has occurred; and • Actual Date is the date the milestone is completed.
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2 NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL AT BERTHA PARK Overview Council (Report No. 16/277 refers) approved funding for a new build primary school for North/West Perth required to accommodate expected pupil numbers generated from planned housebuilding. As part of the Learning Estate Transformation Programme, (Report No. 22/265 refers), Learning and Families Committee approved the outcome of the statutory consultation on catchment changes and the establishment of a new primary school at Bertha Park with effect from August 2026. The site, which is adjacent to Bertha Park High School, was transferred to Perth and Kinross Council ownership in 2016 as part of the Section 75 (S75) Agreement with the developer, Bertha Park Limited. Sources of Funding The approved funding from the Composite Capital Programme for this project is £24m. As agreed within the S75 Agreement, developer contributions estimated in the region of £12M indexed will be recouped against the Council’s costs for constructing the primary school. A bid has been submitted to the Scottish Government Learning Estate Investment Programme – Phase 3 (LEIP 3) for funding of 50% towards the project and announcement is awaited. The funding would be provided over a 25-year period based on the Council meeting specified targets. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Submit NPR February 2023 February 2023 Stage 1 of the HubCo process is underway including the development of a concept design. Procurement of the design and build team has been completed with the selection of Robertson Construction (Tier 1 Contractor), Architype (Architect), Goodsons Associates (Civil and Structural Engineer) and Baker Hicks (Mechanical and Electrical Engineer). HubCo Stage 1 Formal Commencement May 2023 May 2023 Stage 1 Agreed February 2024 Stage 2 Agreed November 2024 Financial Close December 2024 Site Start December 2024 School Operational August 2026
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3 BLAIRGOWRIE RECREATION CENTRE - REPLACEMENT Overview Council approved a replacement Recreation Centre at Blairgowrie High School (Report No. 16/277 refers). This project will involve the replacement of the recreation centre on the playing fields of the existing site. Sources of Funding The approved funding from the Composite Capital Programme for this project is £36m. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Submit New Project Request (NPR) November 2018 June 2019 Construction work on the new Blairgowrie Recreation Centre commenced in May 2023 and continues to progress well on site and to programme. HubCo Stage 1 Formal Commencement September 2019 September 2019 Stage 1 Agreed November 2020 April 2021 Planning Application Submitted January 2021 December 2021 Planning Application Agreed March 2022 August 2022 HubCo Stage 2 Agreed September 2021 March 2023 Financial Close October 2021 April 2023 Site Start November 2021 May 2023 Centre Operational March 2023 December 2024 Completion of External Works June 2024 May 2025
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4 METHVEN PRIMARY SCHOOL – REPLACEMENT DINING/ GYM FACILITIES Overview As part of the Learning Estate Transformation Programme, on 21 March 2018, Lifelong Learning Committee (Report No. 18/84 refers) approved the project to replace both the life-expired dining/gym facilities to improve the condition of Methven Primary School. Sources of Funding The project will be funded from the Composite Capital Programme. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Detailed Design and Procurement commenced August 2023 Outline designs for the standalone dining/assembly/gym hall have been agreed. Early modelling has been carried out to ensure the replacement facilities will meet required energy performance targets. Site Start February 2025 Hall Operational May 2026
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5 PERTH ACADEMY - REFURBISHMENT Overview Funding has been secured to undertake a partial refurbishment of the existing school facilities to improve the condition and suitability. Due to the live school environment, ongoing works are being phased into manageable packages as part of a rolling programme. Previously reported phases have been completed including infrastructure upgrades, improvements to pupil social space and initial classroom refurbishments. Sources of Funding This project is funded by the Composite Capital Programme. The budget allocation was £16.9m, of which £8.111m remains. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Phase 3 Refurbishment Works complete on site August 2023 September 2023 All standard classrooms have been refurbished including furniture replacement and upgrades to AV equipment. In addition, extensive roof upgrades and refurbishment of the ground floor pupil toilets have been completed. Phase 4 Science Block Fabric Upgrades commenced on site July 2023 July 2023 This phase to improve the energy efficiency and performance of the external façade has now commenced on site. Future phases of internal refurbishment to practical classrooms will be planned in due course. Other ongoing work packages include development of designs to upgrade the Wi-Fi system and structural repairs to the PE building. Phase 4 Science Block Fabric Upgrades complete on site November 2024
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6 PERTH GRAMMAR SCHOOL – REFURBISHMENT Overview Funding is available to undertake infrastructure upgrades to the existing school building. Additionally, approval was given for works to improve the entrance, reception and administration facilities which were carried out. Due to the live school environment, ongoing works are being phased into manageable packages as part of a rolling programme. Previously reported phases included the AV replacement programme and the refurbishment of toilets, classrooms and social spaces. Sources of Funding This project is funded by the Composite Capital Programme. The original budget was £7.05m, of which £4.967m remains. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Assembly Hall Roof Replacement complete October 2023 October 2023 This phase involved replacement of structural roofing and associated works to the assembly hall roof. While on site, inspections were carried out in other areas of the building which have identified necessary residual roof works (in the region of £500k). It is anticipated that these works will take around 6 months to complete and with no disruption to school operations. Wi-Fi Upgrades commence on site December 2023 Works to improve the digital connectivity of the learning environment are due to commence in December 2023. Wi-Fi Upgrades complete on site November 2024
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7 PERTH HIGH SCHOOL REPLACEMENT Overview Council approved the replacement of Perth High School (Report No. 18/212 refers). This project will involve the replacement of the existing school building on the playing field of the existing site. Sources of Funding The approved funding from the Composite Capital Programme for this project is £80.2M. A bid made to the Scottish Government Learning Estate Investment Programme – Phase 2 for funding of 50% towards the project was successful. The funding will be provided over a 25-year period based on the Council meeting specified targets. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Submit NPR June 2019 June 2019 Construction works continue to progress on site. HubCo Stage 1 Formal Commencement July 2019 July 2019 Stage 1 Agreed May 2020 February 2021 Planning Application Submitted April 2021 September 2021 Planning Application Agreed August 2021 March 2022 HubCo Stage 2 Agreed January 2022 February 2023 Financial Close February 2022 March 2023 Site Start March 2022 February 2023 Construction Works Complete June 2024 July 2025 School Operational August 2024 August 2025 Completion of External Works July 2025 August 2026
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8 RIVERSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL – NEW BUILD SCHOOL Overview As part of the Learning Estate Transformation Programme Council, Lifelong Learning Committee (Report No. 18/15 refers) approved the construction of a new primary school on the playing field of the former North Muirton Primary School site to accommodate pupils from both the former North Muirton and Balhousie Primary Schools. Sources of Funding The approved funding from the Composite Capital Programme for this project is £19.9m. A bid made to the Scottish Government Learning Estate Investment Programme – Phase 2 for funding of 50% towards the project was successful. The funding will be provided over a 25-year period based on the Council meeting specified targets. Project Delivery Progress Key Milestone Programme Date (Baseline) Current Projected Date Actual Date Progress Update Submit NPR June 2019 July 2019 Riverside Primary School became operational in June 2023. Phase 2, including the demolition of the former North Muirton Primary School building is progressing well. HubCo Stage 1 Formal Commencement November 2019 November 2019 Stage 1 Agreed May 2020 November 2020 Planning Application Submitted January 2021 January 2021 Planning Application Agreed May 2021 May 2021 Stage 2 Agreed July 2021 October 2021 Financial Close August 2021 October 2021 Site Start September 2021 November 2021 School Operational April 2023 June 2023 Completion of External Works July 2023 November 2023