Building Renewal Grant: Assessment Phase Grant

This Phase Grant is specifically intended for securing funds to complete a professional Assessment in order for a school district to determine if an actual BRG deficiency exists. 

Note: This Phase Grant does not include funding for costs associated with Design, Procurement Services, Construction Lite or Construction services; districts should apply separately for these Phase Grants if funds are needed or consult with their SFD Liaison for additional technical guidance. 

When To Apply:

When a building system is showing signs of needed repairs or replacement; the professional assessment is used to determine the appropriate scope of work.  

Eligibility: 

• To qualify an Arizona School District must meet Title 41, Chapter 56
• Ability to provide the following: 
  • a proposal/quote for the completion of the professional assessment service
  • verification that the assessment will be conducted on a building that generates capacity for the school district

Next Steps:

Design Scope Development:

After the Assessment is completed (if applicable) and before the Design Phase Grant application is released to the District, a Design Scope Development process is required. This process includes a site visit by the professional designer and a review of the professional assessment with the Liaison, the District, and their professional designer to determine what is “in” and “out” of scope to correct the identified deficiency. This also ensures the proposal from the professional designer is appropriate for the defined scope of work and is inclusive of any other professional services such as mechanical, structural, etc.