3356-4-15. University construction/renovation projects

(A) Policy statement. This policy is intended to ensure that construction/ renovation projects across campus are reviewed for purpose, code review, material, and constructability and receive approval from the department of university facilities prior to project commencement.

(B) Definition. A "construction/renovation" project can be defined as but not limited to the following:

(1) Painting of walls, doors, and ceilings.

(2) Removal/installation of carpet, tile, wood or other floor finishes.

(3) Removal/installation of walls/framing.

(4) Removal/installation of lighting/electrical.

(5) Removal/installation of plumbing.

(6) Removal/installation of windows or window treatments.

(7) Removal/installation of doors or door hardware.

(8) Removal/installation of HVAC equipment.

(9) Removal/installation of concrete structures (steps, walls, walks).

(C) Parameters.

(1) Before any work can begin, a construction/renovation project from any department in any building, for any reason, will be brought to the attention of and evaluated by university facilities. Under no circumstances shall a department hire a consultant or contractor to perform any construction/renovation project without first going through university facilities for evaluation and approval.

(2) The evaluation will be a constructability review determining the feasibility of the project, code review, probable costs and the impact on the building. After evaluation, a determination will be made as to who can safely, and per university standards, manage construction. A determination will be made as to who can physically perform the work (Youngstown state university crafts, outside contractors, or the requesting department's staff) and when the work can be scheduled.

(3) All contracts for construction/renovation will originate from university facilities along with associated purchase orders. Purchase orders will originate from the requesting department upon approval by university facilities.

(4) The requesting department must obtain a signature from university facilities (located on the professional services agreement) authorizing any construction/renovation project. No work will be started without a signed contract and purchase order.

Replaces: 3356:1-14-05

Effective: 2/4/2013
Promulgated Under: 111.15
Statutory Authority: 3356
Rule Amplifies: 3356
Prior Effective Dates: 10/15/98, 6/16/03, 12/20/10, 3/11/12