Explanation of Project Budget In house estimate based on RS Means cost data.
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET? No
PROJECT DETAIL Installation (Name and ID) Kentucky State University - 30301 Facility (Name) Method of Procurement Fuel Type Type of Space Completion Date Purchase Natural Gas Educational and General 09/2020
Existing Facility? Yes Blazer Library is a full service library facility for study and research for faculty and students. The original part of the library was constructed in 1958; an addition was completed in 1968; the last addition and renovation was completed in 1988. This three-story library contains 62,200 GSF. It is in fair condition.
Program Relocation? No
Phased Project? No
Eliminate the need for other proposed projects? No
Need eliminated by other proposed project(s)? No
Blazer Library requires a complete renovation of its space to make it serve the campus community with the latest technology. The space must be revised to become an Academic and Student Success Center and not just book storage and research. Lecture and event space, collaborative work space, individual learning space, writing and communication center plus computer labs are necessary. KSU is currently working with an architectural design firm providing pre-design services aimed at developing a program scope to accomplish these goals. The original HVAC system does not control humidity and has created excess moisture not conducive to a library. Approximately 30% of the roof needs to be replaced. The windows on the back of the original part of the library need to be replaced. Electrical systems upgrades are needed thought the building. The Archives and Special Collection areas need fire protection designed for such materials. The facility security system is inoperable and needs to be replaced. Renovation of this facility will have a direct impact on the University's deferred maintenance backlog. It will significantly reduce the capital renewal and maintenance burden that would otherwise need to be done for this facility and in a more cost-effective manner.