We are dedicated to the continual improvement of our campus. Capital planning and
construction is critical to the modernization of the SUNY Plattsburgh campus in alignment
with the university’s strategic goals.
Responsible for the planning and implementation of design and construction of capital
projects on campus. Our office serves as the direct liaison with outside agencies
such as the State University Construction Fund, the Dormitory Authority, NYS Department
of Labor and NYS Division of Budget for these capital construction projects. We oversee
all the physical work of the capital construction carried out on campus and provides
the necessary coordination and notifications with the college students and staff.
Most major projects — over $2 million — are handled by the State University Construction
Fund (SUCF). These complex, large-scale projects range from program studies to building
rehabs to new buildings. SUCF is responsible for hiring the architects, engineers,
and specialty consultants, and for the issuance and award of construction contracts.
We are deeply involved in all phases and aspects of these projects. We represent the
college’s interests, coordinate design and construction with campus activities, review
all contract documents and monitor all construction activities.
In some instances, especially residence hall projects, we oversee all aspects of programming,
design and construction. These types of projects require our commitment and offer
more flexibility in design, scheduling and construction.
Capital Funding
SUNY capital funding is fully funded by the State of New York. The State of New York
limits the uses of SUNY allocated capital funding. Limitations by the State of New
York focuses on “facilities condition index (fci)” and the core critical maintenance
of the projects. Results in mechanical renovations being funding and not programmatic
(unless tied to mechanical).
Our Campus advocates for a project. Then SUNY Capital Facilities evaluates the project
request (primarily based on deferred maintenance, fci, critical maintenance. Projects
are scored for all Campuses in the system (not including community colleges.) SUNY
provides funding and/or approval for the project
There are two categories of funding allocated to SUNY over the past decade:
Lump Funding
This funding category is used by SUNY to allocate funds for large construction projects.
SUBOA Allocation
This funding is allocated to campus through a formula that considers:
Average SUNY Plattsburgh allocation is $3.5 million
$1 million has been allocated annual for minor critical projects for which the campus
has more discretion however, each project must meet certain criteria and receive approval
from SUNY and the Department of Budget
These funds are primarily used for small critical maintenance and project requests
(cost must be under $150,000)
A project is considered Minor Critical Maintenance (MCM) when it meets the following
criteria:
Critical maintenance preserves existing Sate-owned capital assets or facilities in
good working condition
Project scope completed within 12 months
Project limited to a specific building or group of related buildings
Project limited to discrete components of a specific buildings or group of related
Project addresses specific aspects of campus site or infrastructure
Must have minimum useful life of 10 years
$5,000 – $150,000 (design & construction)
Examples of non-qualifying MCM projects:
Grouping of unrelated tasks into one projects
Projects to accommodate cost overruns relating to separate project
New construction, additions, or facility upgrades that are not a critical maintenance
project
Studies or stand-alone design services unrelated to a qualifying minor critical maintenance
Construction Projects
In collaboration with the SUNY Construction Fund and the Dormitory Authority of the
State of New York, SUNY Plattsburgh’s facilities department oversees many constructions
projects each years to meet the evolving needs of our campus community.
Update — Slate is about 100% completed. All that remains is a minor amount of chimney repair,
site work, and closeout documentation.
Timeline — Expected to be complete by end of Spring 2022.
Scope — The existing sloped slate roof of CV Hall is at the end of its functional life expectancy.
The slate along with all underlayments, copper roofing, fascia and trim will be replaced
with new products.
Update — The design includes the full replacement of the bathroom mechanical systems, reconfiguration
of the space, new finishes, ADA accessibility, increased privacy and reconfiguration
of the CD apartment kitchen area. Bid documents were completed and due to the pandemic
the project will be shelved and considered in the future.
Timeline — Project is on hold.
Scope — The design includes the full replacement of the mechanical systems as well as the
reconfiguration of the bathroom space. The bathrooms will feature ADA accessibility
as well as increased privacy for the residents.
Update — Work is scheduled to begin March 2022 and extend through the summer.
Scope — This project is intended to repair and preserve the masonry facades of Feinberg Library.
This restoration effort will include the replacement of deteriorating brick and other
cast concrete components, installation of new flashing and control joints, repointing
existing brick and the application of a masonry sealant.
Update — Bleachers are 100% removed, as well as the mercury sports floor abated. The new jumping
pit is 50% complete. Painting is in progress as well as cleaning of the upper roof
steel and ductwork. New filters for the AHU’s are being installed. The new bleachers
are scheduled to be completed on May 13, 2022.
Estimated Timeline — Project completion is expected in June of 2022.
Scope — The existing track surface will be removed and reinstalled with a new and upgraded
running surface, as well as the inner rubberized flooring of the gym replaced with
an artificial grass turf playing surface. The existing bleachers will be replaced,
and new jumping pits for track relocated outbound of the track running surface. New
lighting and overall painting is included.
Update — Finished flooring is installed, painting is approximately 90% complete. Cabinetry
is in progress. IVS (camera system) will be onsite to install the cameras February
2022
Estimated Timeline — Spring 2022
Scope — The existing nursing labs 205 and 255 of Hawkins will be completely renovated to
include numerous individual simulation labs, that will have updated finishes and features
to improve learning opportunities.
Update — Abatement has been completed on floors 2 through 9 and the ground floor. Abatement
continues on the first floor. Floors 9 through 5, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and
fire suppression rough in are in process. In addition on floors 9 through 5 the GC
is framing partitions, shaft walls, sheetrock installation, self leveling underlayment,
and fire stopping, Floors 4 through 2 general demolition is taking place.
Timeline — Substantial completion is anticipated for late April 2022.
Scope — The design includes the full replacement of the mechanical systems as well as the
reconfiguration of the bathroom space. The bathrooms will feature ADA accessibility
as well as increased privacy for the residents.
Update — Work on the masonry restoration at Kehoe is on hold for the winter. The large scaffolding,
called mast climbers, are still in place so the contractor can jump back in as soon
as weather permits. Work is expected to restart in mid-March on the west side of the
building. There will be some impacts to parking areas around the building during construction.
Estimated Timeline — Work began July 2021 and will continue until cold weather arrives then resume Spring
2022 as warmer weather permits.
Scope — This project will address sections of failing masonry causing water infiltration
and the repair of exposed rebar. The project includes a sprayed concrete finish “shotcrete”
on the exposed concrete faces of the building, as well as limited brick repointing
(grinding out of deteriorated mortar, and replacement of new mortar).
Update — Electric Vehicle stations have been installed, following up on their inclusion on
our campus account with ChargePoint.
Estimated Timeline — Completed by Summer 2022
Scope — The existing pavement surface will be removed, and a new stone subbase and new asphalt
layers replaced. Installation of 4 electrical vehicle charging stations. Existing
manholes and drainage structures to be repaired and/or replaced as needed.
Estimated Timeline — Work is tentatively scheduled for the Spring/Summer 2022.
Scope — Project has been awarded to Titan Roofing. We are awaiting a construction schedule,
and Notice to Proceed. A coordination meeting with the masonry project is forthcoming
to determine the feasible start date of the roof replacement.
Update — The first phase of the Memorial Hall Renovation is substantially complete and open
for use! This phase of the project includes a fully renovated lobby, a new recreation
gym and renovated restrooms. Remaining scope for this phase includes an audio visual
package and furniture for the lobby.
Scope — Memorial Hall is dedicated to the college’s athletic and student recreational services.
The building has been operational since 1963. This project will renovate the building
to improve increased efficiencies and utilization as well as address the changing
functional needs. Building mechanical systems are included for renovation in the project
scope. Phase I of the renovation is expected to start late during the winter of 2019/2020.
This Phase will incorporate the replacement of the existing pool with a new recreation
gym, a revitalized main third floor lobby, new restrooms on the third floor, and new
surge space on the first floor to facilitate moving of program space for future phases.
Update — Project has been bid, waiting for Notice of Award to MLB Construction. We have moved
out the remaining fitness equipment from the Phase II work area, but need to formulate
a list of further items to be removed by the campus prior to construction starting.
Timeline — The project is currently in contracting and construction work is expected to begin
in early summer.
Scope — This Phase will incorporate the replacement of mechanical systems for the competition
gym, new bleachers and new floor. It will also completely renovate the second floor
coaching offices, sports medicine and team locker rooms. The first floor will be a
major renovation of the fitness center space, including a much needed expansion of
the fitness center space. The climbing wall will be relocated and be replaced with
new features as well. The existing exterior masonry will be repointed, marble headers
and jambs replaced, as well as flashing repaired or replaced.
Update — Project was bid Feb. 2022. The apparent low bidder is L.H. LaPlante Mechanical.
Estimated Timeline — Work is tentatively planned to start the summer of 2022, and complete in time for
the Fall Semester of 2023.
Scope — Initial scope will be to replace in kind the current air handling units with new
upgraded energy efficient units, along with a new duct distribution system. Functional
improvements to include possibly a dust collection and upgraded exhaust system in
the scene shop of the theatre. The areas to be addressed include Hartman Theatre,
offices on the east end of the building, scene shop, black box theatre, and ancillary
support spaces.
Update — Design is anticipated to begin in the spring of 2022
Estimated Timeline — Construction is delayed currently due to COVID-19 related budget restrictions.
Scope — This project will address sections of failing masonry causing water infiltration
and the repair of exposed rebar. The project includes a sprayed concrete finish “shotcrete”
on the exposed concrete faces of the building, as well as limited brick repointing
(grinding out of deteriorated mortar, and replacement of new mortar).
Construction completed Fall 2019. This project included a complete replacement of
all finishes within the six existing public bathrooms. The existing bathrooms by the
1st floor main entrance had two additional unisex bathrooms constructed in front of
them by borrowing space from the existing bathrooms. All bathrooms were retrofitted
to comply with the current accessibility standard in the NYS Building Code.
Construction has been completed and the center was opened prior to the start Spring
2019. AEDA was selected as the design firm for the multicultural unity space. The
project kicked off in summer 2018 with a construction completion date of Jan. 7, 2019.
Student focus groups were engaged during the spring 2018 semester regarding the program
needs for a multicultural unity space. It will include Title IX offices.
This extensive rehabilitation of the existing elevated walkway, called the podium,
which connects numerous buildings at the second-floor level. It involved removing
the existing walking surface pavers down to the existing structural slab. A new membrane,
drainage and stamped concrete walking surface was installed. An impressed current
cathodic protection system was installed to protect the reinforcing steel in the structure.
Also new to the structure, a radiant heat snow melt system in the hardscape portions,
to minimize if not negate snow removal operations. The reduction in heavy snow removal
equipment and use of chlorides as deicers will serve to vastly extend the life of
the Podium. New green spaces spruce up the walkways along the railing edges, and the
underside was rehabilitated to fix all the damaged concrete from water infiltration.
The two approaches to the bridge over Broad St. were also completely replaced.
Phase I included the podium spanning from the walkway starting at Parking Lot 8 of
Yokum Hall by Beaumont Hall and completing at Hudson Hall. Construction began Aug.
2016 and ended Dec. 2018.
Phase II included the podium spanning from Parking Lot 28 at the walkway between ACC
and Feinberg Library, over to Myers, Yokum and Kehoe. Construction began Aug. 2016
and ended Jan. 2019.
The work under Phase I involves a replacement of one HTHW Generator, reconfiguration
of piping, abatement of asbestos containing insulation, replacement of pumps and valves,
as well as a reconfiguration of the control room and bathrooms. The work under Phase
II involves a replacement of two HTHW Generators and associated piping. This will
complete the renovation work of the Central Heating Plant.
This project involved a complete revamping of the dining hall and kitchen equipment.
It will provide a significant improvement in the campus dining experience with presentation
of the cooking experience, new venues, dining level bathrooms, new furniture, new
décor and finishes. Mechanical, electrical and plumbing upgrades will be provided
as well to serve the new kitchen equipment and users in the dining hall. The project
will be phased throughout the summers and academic sessions to maintain a completely
operable and accessible dining hall throughout the renovation.
Construction of phase two was completed on 12/15/20. The design includes the full
replacement of the mechanical systems as well as the reconfiguration of the bathrooms
into individual private bathrooms. The bathrooms will feature ADA accessibility as
well as increased privacy for the residents.
This project was completed Spring 2019. Trane units were set and the installation
of the glycol piping to the new units occurred. Final testing was completed prior
to the end of the spring semester.
This project wrapped up within the first few weeks of Fall 2018. Fuller Excavating
performed very well getting the HTHW back up and running for the start of the fall
semester. This project included a replacement of the HTHW lines for Zones 1 and 2
from the vault within the Central Heating Plant to the manholes across the street
along Sanborn Ave. Extension. Traffic will be restricted in the immediate area of
construction. Access to the Service Building, CHP, and the Maintenance Garage will
be maintained via Rugar St.
The project was completed Fall 2019. The existing pervious concrete parking lots deteriorated
to the point of severe degradation. The project removed the concrete and loose stone
subbase. There is new compacted subbase stone course, new asphalt base and top courses,
some new curbing and line striping. Hudson Main and annex parking lots were stripped
down to subgrade level and asphalt layers installed. Curbing and sidewalks received
limited replacement to address any damaged areas, as well as any storm water redirecting
to improve drainage and safety concerns.
Construction started on 5/17/19 and was completed on 7/21/20. The design is focused
at providing new building finishes, building envelope improvements, full service kitchenettes/lounges
of floors 1 through 3, inclusion of food service vendor, reconfiguration of building
living space to suites with private bathrooms including ADA bathrooms, full coverage
sprinkler system, electrical system upgrades, mechanical system upgrades including
full building AC, generator power for life safety systems, elevator, site improvements
that will remove the concrete hardscape that now exists.
Construction began May 2017 and was complete Spring 2020. It provided new building
finishes, building envelope improvements, laundry areas on floors 1 through 3, full
service kitchenettes of floors 1 through 3, full coverage sprinkler system, generator
power for life safety systems, building envelope enhancements, new elevator, site
improvements that will remove the concrete hardscape that now exists, and total renovation
of the existing bathrooms that will include ADA accessibility as well as increased
privacy. Finally, this renovation will include the reconfiguration of the ground floor
spaces into office spaces that will house EOP and SSS.
Construction began May 2017 and was complete Spring 2020. The project provided the
full replacement of the mechanical systems as well as the reconfiguration of the bathrooms
into individual private bathrooms. The bathrooms will feature ADA accessibility as
well as increased privacy for the residents.
Design and construction completed Fall 2019. This project included a replacement of
the glazing of the existing skylight, with a new energy efficient, tinted glazing.
The existing glazing is structurally sound, however is not insulated and not UV resistant.
The seals have all deteriorated and the skylight is leaking in many locations. The
new glazing will improve the UV resistance as it will be tinted and reflect much of
the heat in the summer. It will also be weather tight.
The Psychology Department and Clinics have moved into the new spaces in July 2017.
A complete renovation of the South end of Sibley Hall, including a new second floor
in the gymnasium space. The gym has been taken off line and replaced with offices
and clinic space for the psychology dept. Other department moves will be occurring
within the current Third Age, NCTRC, and EHS locations to support this renovation.
The design involved the reconfiguration of the existing floors into one large suite
that will provide more open movement and easier access to social spaces, complete
renovation of the bathrooms that will provide increased privacy, full service kitchenette’s
on floors 2 through 9, study lounge on floors 2 through 9, additional study lounges
on the 2nd floor, addition of a larger lounge on the 9th floor facing south that will
allow residents to take in the views of the lake that this building has to offer,
reconfiguration of the lounge areas on the first floor that will interconnect with
a communicating staircase to the lounge in the basement, reconfiguration of the lobby
and RD Office area to provide much needed work areas for staff, renovation of the
res life offices, renovation of the RD apartment that will provide more living area,
site improvements that will provide welcoming gathering places, upgrade of all building
services, full coverage sprinkler system, installation of energy efficient windows
and installation of exterior insulation panels that will mirror deFredenburgh, Moffitt
and Hood Hall.
Construction was completed on July 17, 2017 and students have moved in!
Renovation of the 9 story resident hall began on May 24, 2016 with a completion date
of July 17, 2017. The work involved the reconfiguration of the existing floors into
one large suite that will provide more open movement and social spaces, complete renovation
of the bathrooms that will provide increased privacy, full service kitchenette’s on
floors 2 through 9, study lounge on floors 2 through 9, rebuilding of the elevators,
reconfiguration of the lounge areas on the first floor that will interconnect with
a communicating staircase to the lounge in the basement, reconfiguration of the lobby
and RD Office area, relocation of the RD apartment that will provide more living area,
site improvements that will provide welcoming gathering places, upgrade of all building
services, full coverage sprinkler system, installation of energy efficient windows
and installation of exterior insulation panels that will mirror deFredenburgh, Moffitt
and Hood Hall.
Storage Building — Contractor is finalizing subcontractors, has been working on submittals
and a baseline progress schedule. Tentatively, has the modular building components
arriving the first week of April 2022
Hawkins Hall
Courtyard John Ettling & Lisa Lewis Courtyard, currently out to bid, planned construction
summer of 2020.
Parking Lot Signage
Logo replacement is on-going
Sibley Hall
100 Section — Construction of six storage closets, ceiling, lighting, and flooring
upgrades
Courtyard — Make-A-Wish courtyard renovation construction scheduled Spring 2020
Throughout Building — Light and ceiling replacement
The Capital Planning Committee (CPC) helps to inform, identify and prioritize capital
projects that are sensitive and responsive to comprehensive needs from all areas on
campus.
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Todd Moravec, Chairperson