Solano Community College

Measure Q Project Updates

The Measure Q Bond was passed in November 2012.  The Citizens of Solano County invested in their futures by voting to improve and expand the facilities of the Solano Community College District with the passage of the Measure Q Bond.  The projects listed below are the currently active projects and their status.

July 2023

Fairfield Campus Active Project Updates

Solar Energy

Solar Energy Site Map (Parking Lots 2 & 4)

 

 

Solar Energy - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project includes the installation of additional Photovoltaic Arrays (PV’s), a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and more Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations.  Project goal is to offset current energy consumption of the Fairfield Campus. 

Budget:  $14,000,000

Current Status:  This project is being completed via a Design-Build-Operate-Maintain delivery method

  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Design Phase – PV and EV design approved by DSA (Division of State Architect); BESS design DSA review in process with DSA.
  • Construction Phase – Module installation complete; underground utility work ongoing; electrical work ongoing.

 Completion Target: December 2023

On Campus Housing

On Campus Housing Renderings

 

On-Campus Housing - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project started with needs assessment and feasibility analysis, which have been completed. Based upon results of those, developing the facilities program for an expected multi-phased housing community.  Completing a State (SB169) funding grant application for submittal in July 2023.  This grant, if awarded, will be used to construct Phase 1 of the housing community – below market rate housing for full-time students who receive specific financial aid. Concurrently, exploring options for possible P3 (Public-Private Partnership) partners for other housing types within the community, which may include housing for students with families/spouses/ dependents, faculty and staff, and active seniors.

Budget:  $850,000

Current Status:

  • Pre-Design Phase – Completing Facility Program for Phase 1 and development of P3 solicitation

Completion Targets:

  • SB169 Grant Application submission July 2023
  • Anticipated P3 partner solicitation(s) and selection(s) July 2023 – January 2024

B300 Renovation

 

 

 

 

 

Building 300 Renovation - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project will renovate existing Building 300 focusing on interior refresh, roof replacement, and temperature controls and user comfort.  The project goal is to modernize the aging building in order to meet current standards. 

Budget:  $2,000,000

Current Status:

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Project bid was canceled; bid package will be revised and re-issued over the summer
  • Construction Phase - Anticipated construction December 2023 – July 2024

Completion Target: July 2024

Early Learning Center Expansion

New Modular Building Fabrication

 

 

Early Learning Center Expansion - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project is an expansion of the Early Learning Center to serve approximately forty (40) children. This requires the addition of a new building at the Early Learning Center location. This project will also include upgrades to the exterior play areas as determined by regulations/code. 

Budget:  $5,000,000

Status:

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Construction Phase - Building fabrication complete and building sections delivered to site; sitework was delayed due to wet weather and is now back on track to completion

Completion Target: August 2023

FF Substation 3 and 4

Substations #3 and #4 Locations

 

Substations 3 and 4 Replacement (Infrastructure Improvements) - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project is to replace and/or modernize the existing aging Substation #3 and Substation #4.

Budget:  $9,250,000

Current Status:

This project is being completed via a Design-Build delivery method.

  • Criteria Documents Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Design Phase – Project design is ongoing; Design-Build team working with DSA (Division of State Architect) to expedite contract document development; DBE (Design-Build Entity) is anticipating drawing approval in mid-July
  • Construction Phase – Anticipated construction August 2023 – September 2024; site clearing and grubbing on going

Completion Target: September 2024

FF Swimming Pool Deck Replacement

Existing Pool Deck

 

 

Swimming Pool Deck Replacement (Infrastructure Improvements) - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project includes the removal and replacement of the existing pool deck and tile surrounding the pool, installation of outdoor showers and new gates, and ADA upgrades. 

Budget:  $1,293,900 ($700,000 Measure Q; $593,900 State Schedule Maintenance)

Current Status:

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Construction Phase – Anticipated construction June 2023 – November 2023; demolition of deck ongoing

Completion Target: November 2023

FF Campus Central Plant

Existing Central Plant

 

 

Central Plant Replacement (Infrastructure Improvements) - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project will modernization the Fairfield Campus' Central Plant and provide for partial electrification of the heating system.

Budget:  $12,500,000

Current Status:

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete; contract execution in progress
  • Construction Phase – Anticipated construction May 2023 – August 2024

Completion Target: August 2024

Quad Water Conservation

Quad Water Conservation Rendering

Quad Water Conservation - Fairfield Campus

Description: This project consists of a design update to the quad area south of the new Library Learning Resource Center. The revised quad design will implement strategies that will prioritize water conservation, sustainability, and minimal/reduced operations and maintenance.  

Budget:  $950,000

Current Status:

  • Pre-Design Phase – Complete
  • Design Phase – June 2023 – August 2023
  • Bid Phase – Anticipated December 2023
  • Construction Phase – Anticipated February 2024 – August 2024

Completion Target: August 2024

FF Parking Lot Improvments

Fairfield Campus Map Showing Locations of Work

 

Parking Lot Repairs/Improvements

Description:  This project will address deteriorating parking lots and access roads on campus.  The scope of work includes sealing Lot 3, resurfacing Lot F, replacing Section 1 of the interior campus road (section along the front of campus). 

Budget: 

Current Status:

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Low bidder has been identified and recommendation to the Board is scheduled July
  • Construction Phase – Anticipated construction July – October 2023

Completion Target:  October 2023

 

Vacaville Center Active Project Updates

VV Annex HVAC Roof Replacement

HVAC/Roof

Vacaville Center Annex Building - Cares Act Upgrade (HVAC/Roof Replacement) Project - Vacaville

Description: This project will upgrade the indoor ventilation by replacing HVAC equipment controls. The existing roof will also be removed and replaced.  

Budget:  $3,811,037 ($2,700,000 Measure Q; $1,111,037 CARES Act)

Current Status:

  • Design Phase - Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Construction Phase - Working through submittal process and procuring long lead equipment; on site construction to begin August 2023; contractor has completed pre-construction HVAC system testing

Completion Target: February 2024

Vallejo Center Active Project Updates

Vallejo Autotech Security 

 Masonry Perimeter Wall Foundation

 

Vallejo Auto Tech Vehicle Security Project - Vallejo

Description: This project will enhance the perimeter barriers surrounding the automotive vehicle storage yard to increase security and better protect vehicles that are used for class instruction.

Budget:  $850,000

Current Status: 

  • Design Phase – Complete
  • Bid Phase – Complete
  • Construction Phase – Working on gates and irrigation

Completion Target: July 2023