07/28/26 Dwight School Building Committee

The Town of Fairfield Connecticut's Dwight School Building Committee held a meeting on July 28, 2026, focusing primarily on the schematic design update for the Dwight School project. Representatives from design and engineering firms, including Techon and Colliers, presented detailed schematic design drawings and narratives covering civil, structural, architectural, and mechanical systems. Key procurement-related discussions included the evaluation of mechanical system options—full geothermal, hybrid geothermal, and conventional air-cooled chiller systems—with considerations of cost differences, lifecycle savings, and available state rebates. The committee also discussed site planning issues such as grading, playground layouts, ADA compliance, and access control for after-hours community use of the gymnasium. An executive session was held to discuss contract award matters, but the decision was tabled pending further information. The meeting concluded with updates on project timelines, including upcoming design estimate reconciliations and value management meetings, confirming the project remains on schedule for design development. No final contract awards or vendor selections were made during this session, but the committee emphasized the need for further cost-benefit analysis and stakeholder engagement on key procurement decisions.