Two Washington school districts in the US, Entiat School District 127 (Entiat Schools) and Vancouver Public Schools, have selected Willdan Group for design-build projects worth a total of $13m.

As part of the Entiat Schools project, the company will be responsible for improving facility comfort.

The building energy use of a combined high school and middle school will be reduced by replacing ageing packaged rooftop units with new variable refrigerant flow and dedicated outdoor air systems.

Willdan will redesign and replace the roofing and windows while the facilities will also receive an upgrade to the building automation system.

The enhancements will ensure easy, accurate temperature control in the classrooms and multipurpose facilities, reducing annual operating and maintenance costs.

Entiat Schools superintendent Miles Caples said: “Their assistance with public communications helped us to pass a $6m bond for our upgrade projects.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

“Willdan’s guaranteed construction cost and guaranteed savings has given us peace of mind that we can achieve more comfortable, energy-efficient classrooms with minimal risk on our end.”

Meanwhile, Willdan will collaborate with Vancouver Public Schools to carry out a full heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system redesign and upgrade, single pane window replacement, and lead abatement at Hough Elementary.

Under this project, the company will replace a boiler plant with high efficiency options and controls upgrades at two other elementary schools.

The proposed upgrades are set to minimise the schools’ maintenance costs, improve air quality and eliminate exposure to environmental toxins, while also saving energy.

Project work is expected to be completed by the end of this year.

Willdan Group CEO and chairman Tom Brisbin said: “These projects mark an expansion in our relationships with K-12 schools in Washington.

“We’re pleased to continue growing our geographic footprint in the Pacific Northwest as more school districts see the advantage in Willdan’s turnkey approach and become long-term partners.”