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GO Topeka Innovation Center Cost BreakdownProject Location: 220 SE 6th St, Topeka, KS 66603
Date of Estimate: November 26, 2024
Source: KBS Constructors, Inc. - Scope Narrative (Attachment #1)
Initial Buildout CostsThe initial buildout includes the core tenant improvements, mechanical equipment, restrooms, lab buildout, hoods, innovative suites, and the pitch room.
Scope
Total w/o Tax
Add for Tax
Total w/ Tax
Notes
Tenant Buildout
$4,590,640
$428,754
$5,019,394
Includes design services
Mechanical Equipment/Vertical Rough-In
$592,653
$48,112
$640,765
Restrooms
$91,054
$7,147
$98,201
Lab Build Out Unit Price
$86,417
$5,478
$91,895
Per unit price
Hood Unit Price
$142,305
$12,858
$155,163
Per unit price
Innovative Suite Build Out Unit Price
$21,704
$1,965
$23,669
Per unit price
Sub-Total
$5,524,773
$504,314
$6,029,087
Pitch Room
$440,509
$38,256
$478,765
Initial Buildout Total
$5,965,281
$542,571
$6,507,852
All-In Scenario CostsThe all-in scenario assumes additional lab buildouts, hoods, and innovative suites are constructed concurrently with the initial buildout.
Scope
Total w/o Tax
Add for Tax
Total w/ Tax
Notes
Initial Buildout Total
$5,965,281
$542,571
$6,507,852
As above
Add Lab Build Out (5 units)
$345,667
$21,913
$367,580
5 labs at unit price
Add Hoods (3 units)
$284,610
$25,716
$310,326
3 hoods at unit price
Add Innovative Suite Build Out (3 units)
$43,408
$3,930
$47,338
3 suites at unit price
All-In Scenario Total
$6,638,966
$594,130
$7,233,096
Assumes concurrent work
Key Notes
  1. Contingencies:
    • 5% Construction Contingency included.
    • 5% Design Contingency included.
  2. Permit Fees: Anticipated City of Topeka permit fees are included.
  3. Scope Details: For specific inclusions and exclusions, refer to the Scope Narrative (Pages 41–45).
  4. Tax: Costs include applicable taxes as noted in the breakdown.
  5. Design Services: Tenant buildout cost includes architectural, structural, and MEP engineering services through schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
  6. Assumptions: The all-in scenario assumes work is performed concurrently with the initial buildout to optimize scheduling and costs.
Scope Highlights
  • Tenant Buildout: Includes demolition, concrete work, steel structures, carpentry, doors, glazing, drywall, flooring, painting, fire sprinklers, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and furnishings (e.g., casework, reception desk, appliances).
  • Mechanical Equipment/Vertical Rough-In: Includes ductwork, exhaust systems, RO water system, and VRF heating/cooling.
  • Restrooms: Includes finishes, fixtures, and accessories.
  • Lab Build Out: Includes casework, workstations, countertops, and mechanical connections.
  • Hoods: Includes 6' lab hoods with auto sash and exhaust systems.
  • Innovative Suite Build Out: Includes furnishings for cubicles, conference tables, and printer spaces.
  • Pitch Room: Includes carpentry, finishes, furnishings, fire sprinklers, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and audio-visual systems.

This summary provides a high-level overview of the project costs for the GO Topeka Innovation Center. For detailed scope descriptions, refer to the Scope Narrative (Pages 41–45). If you need further analysis or specific details (e.g., breakdown by trade or additional clarifications), please let me know!