Smithfield Schools Capital Improvement Project

Smithfield, RI

Architect - DBVW Architects, Inc.

Construction Cost - $ 37,955,000.00

The focus of the Smithfield Schools Capital Improvement Project was to provide additions and alterations to three elementary schools to create additional classroom and learning spaces. This also included accessibility and safety improvements while providing secure entrances, all while facilitating the closure of an aging school and consolidating those students into the newly renovated schools. The three elementary schools now have a combined capacity for 1200 students from Pre-K through Fifth Grade.

McCabe Elementary School was expanded to accommodate students from the closing William Winsor Elementary School. The Project included a one-story addition for classrooms, media center/ learning lab, new music room, as well as renovations to the cafeteria/kitchen, a new two-story gymnasium, and bus entrance. Upon completion this school was renamed the Pleasant View Elementary School.

The Raymond LaPerche Elementary School: The Project included a one-story addition for classrooms, art, learning lab, and a separate PreK/K entry.

The Old County Elementary School: The Project included a two-story addition for media center, lobby, art & music rooms; added an elevator for handicap accessibility to the second floor, and one-story area for admin offices.

Since this project was significantly under budget change orders totaling over five million dollars have been processed to add into the Project work not part of the original Scope. Despite the added scope, the schools were substantially completed in time for classes to begin in September 2021.

“As you committed, these projects were completed on time and on budget by your team with the upmost regard for safety, quality, and cooperation. Additionally, all RIDE requirements were adhered to including successful commissioning and prioritized requirements for our elementary school's future maintainability and sustainability. The work completed by your firm exceeded our expectations while allowing us to maximize our return on investment.”

- Randy Rossi, Town Manager, Town of Smithfield