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Lodi Board of Education

8 Hunter Street
Lodi, NJ

Success
1011 Route 22 West, Suite 203 Bridgewater, NJ 08807

p 908.725.7800

f 908.725.7957

October 20, 2015

www.ssparchitects.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Firm Background, Capabilities

and Approach

Team Structure and Experience

Firm Experience and References

Required Forms

Proposed Fee Structure

Firm Background,
Capabilities and
Approach

FIRM OVERVIEW
SSP Architectural Group, Inc., is dedicated to the
planning and design of public and educational
spaces that are intrinsically healthy, adaptable,
comfortable, sustainable, cost-effective, and safe
and secure. Established in 1891 in Somerset
County, the firm is New Jerseys oldest architectural
practice and the architect of record for over
twelve hundred educational projects throughout
New Jersey. SSP adheres to the principle that
architecture is a tool to support learning. Were
true to our core values of discipline, integrity,
compassion and understanding.

SSP Architectural Group, Inc.

a New Jersey Small Business
Enterprise (SBE) and a WomanOwned Business (WBE) provides
all professional services from a
single, centrally located facility in
Bridgewater, New Jersey where
we are able to quickly serve and
respond to Boards of Education
throughout New Jersey.

SSP ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC.

1011 U.S. Highway 22 West, Suite 203
Bridgewater, New Jersey 08807
PHONE: 908.725.7800
FAX: 908.725.7957
WEBSITE: www.ssparchitects.com

Now in its 124th year of service, SSP Architectural

Group has a specialized heritage of partnership
with New Jerseys Educational communities. From
the rehabilitation of aging school buildings
to the design of new, state-of-the-art, LEED
certified facilities, SSP is adept at the local
and state processes required for project
completion. Leadership in facility master
planning, community school planning, sustainable
design, and management and oversight of
energy conservation measures has influenced
public policy.
SSPs longevity and experience with schools has
led to involvement with significant advances in
project planning, design and delivery. Combined
with a complex process for determining the
very best arrangement and type of space for
student learning, this in-depth experience enables
our client collaborations to proceed efficiently
and effectively through the requirements of
regulatory agencies.

For clarification or additional information regarding this

submission, please contact:
Scott Mihalick, AIA
Principal
SMihalick@ssparchitects.com

Our firm applies its expertise to public and private sector

organizations, with the following services:
Architect of Record Services

Facilities Master Planning

LEED / Sustainable Design

Energy / ESIP Planning and Consulting

Additions / Renovations / Reuse

Construction Administration

Feasibility Studies
Bond Referendum Support
New Facilities Design
Capital Projects (e.g. Roofing, Windows, Doors)
Interior Design
Post Occupancy Services

RESOURCES
The architectural professionals at SSP Architectural Group provide a full suite of services to accommodate
any client project challenge. As New Jersey Educational Specialists, our team members are uniquely qualified
and experienced in providing and completing all required architectural services a school district may require.
The entire firm embraces a comprehensive approach to design that is intelligent, sustainable, and cost-effective,
responding to each clients individual and specific project goals. Our organization is appropriately staffed to
complete successful educational facilities projects, as evidenced within our enclosed portfolio.
Our talented staff is helping set the pace for sustainable design and LEED certification in New Jersey. We hire
great people and provide a variety of exciting projects to keep them challenged and inspired. We encourage
innovation and foster an environment of creativity. We believe in supporting our communities as we have
done in our century plus history. Our employees are encouraged to continue their professional and personal
growth. SSP supports the IDP program, continuing education, lectures, Lunch & Learns by vendors, in-house
learning programs and seminars, safety programs, charettes and brainstorming times, award submittals and
mentoring. We provide the opportunity for all staff members to succeed professionally and individually with
personal development plans and ongoing coaching.

EMPLOYEES BY DISCIPLINE
8

Architects Licensed (Principals, Project Managers, Project Architects)

10 Architects Unlicensed (Project Coordinators, Project Designers)

6

LEED Certified Professionals (Principals, Project Managers, Staff)

Certified Interior Designers (Project Architect, Construction Administrator

Non-Technical Directors/Managers (CFO/Human Resources, Marketing)

Non-Technical Administrative Staff (Production, Marketing, Finance)

TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
SSP Architectural Group utilizes the following in-house
technology allowing us to provide accurate and professional
coordination with our clients and consultants.

AutoCAD 2015; with support back to AutoCAD 2008

Revit 2015 building design software specifically built

for Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Photo Realistic rendering for presentations provide a

walkthrough visualization

SketchUp 3D design development to display the range

of the project to the client early in the process

Ability to transfer electronically PDF format files in a

quick manner for overall coordination

Ability to scan wide format for electronic coordination

RFP RESPONSE
SSP Architectural Group has had no judgements against the firm in the past three (3) years.
SSP Architectural Group has not filed for bankruptcy nor undergone any organization proceedings within the
last ten (10) years.
Listing of all engagements where architectural services were provided for the construction of a new school
and/or administration facility in the past five (5) years.

Fort Lee Board of Education

New 20, 000 SF addition to Lewis Cole Middle School

Jersey City School District

New 106,000 SF replacement school for P.S. 20

The Center School

Conversion of former office building to school

Holmdel Board of Education

Administrative office relocation / renovation

Somerville Board of Education

Addition of a new Kindergarten wing

PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
SSP understands that the scope of this project
is to design a replacement structure for the
existing Lodi Board of Education administrative
offices, currently housed in the Lincoln School
building. This proposed new structure shall
replace the existing 19,000 square foot Lincoln
School and house approximately 24 occupants
across the districts central offices, including the
Superintendents office, Business office, Child Study
Team, District Supervisors, and District IT staff.
Planning for a replacement structure requires not
only attention to design and feasibility, but also
a careful examination of phasing, staging, and
timeliness. SSP Architectural Group is ready to
undertake the assignment of this contract, and
carry out the required tasks, in a timely and
efficient fashion. Your Principal in Charge, Scott
Mihalick, will be directly involved in overseeing
the project from conception to completion.
Starting with the projects initial programming,
through concept development, bid document
assembly, construction administration, and
ultimately project closeout, Mr. Mihalick and
his team will remain your dedicated partners,
always available to discuss any questions or
concerns that may arise throughout the process.
It should be noted that design solutions have
purposefully not been incorporated within this
proposal. At SSP, we feel that our longstanding
history of satisfied clients can better tell the
story of our design excellence, instead of
attempting to provide a design solution without
having the critical input of the end users.

PARTNERING FOR
GREAT SCHOOLS &
GREAT COMMUNITIES

Throughout the process, SSP is ready to work

with the Lodi Board of Education to meet your
scheduling and budget goals. Though our
process is comprehensive by nature, we are
ready and able to compress the timing of the
process as may be required in order to meet
your schedule. As your partner, SSP provides
architectural and engineering expertise, while
working together with you to achieve your goals.

PROJECT APPROACH
PLANNING/PROGRAMMING/SPACE NEEDS ANALYSIS

SUSTAINABLE
SCHOOLS &
HIGH
PERFORMANCE
DESIGN
Using the criteria of the US Green
Building Councils LEED program,
SSP can recommend and integrate
into your designs the tenets of
sensible, sustainable design that
combine with building system
technologies to allow facilities
to operate at peak efficiency and
create an environment to maximize
student potential.

Applying the knowledge, experience and best practices of facility

planning, SSP will commence work by conducting planning sessions
with the Lodi Board of Education district Administration. These sessions
will be focused on establishing the framework for the project. In
addition to reviewing typical new construction items such as space
adjacencies, access, and room layouts, a particular focus will be
placed on the implementation of the work. Understanding that the
existing structure must be removed before new construction can start,
SSP will work with you to consider alternate temporary arrangements
so that the building occupants are as minimally disrupted as possible.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Once a building program has been decided, SSP will begin the interactive
process of developing schematic design concepts. These initial concepts
will be reviewed in person with the Administration for feedback; followed
by a subsequent series of meetings where SSPs quick turnaround of
modified and/or additional design concepts will advance the concept.
In addition, SSP will begin exploring the impact of implementation of the
schematic design options. We will research and bring to the table available
options, potentially including off-site (modular) construction, different
construction methods, and other similar ideas that may help reduce the
construction duration, project cost, or potentially both. Not only does the
new building need to be constructed, but the timing and coordination
of the existing buildings demolition must be sequenced and overseen.
At the completion of the schematic design phase, the Administration
will have a building layout, phasing concepts, and a project budget,
together which will provide the design parameters moving forward.

PROJECT APPROACH
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES
From initial selection of finishes to coordinating the
purchase and installation of furniture, SSP is also
capable of providing a full range of interior design
services in addition to our base scope of architectural
and engineering services encompassed in this proposal.
These interior design services include selection of
finishes and furniture - integrated with the space design,
operation and maintenance goals; research to select
furnishings according to price, function and availability;
presentation of finish and furniture options; coordination
of furniture purchase; and oversight of installation.
A NOTE ABOUT ENGINEERING SERVICES
Included in our scope of services is the engagement of
consulting engineers to design the mechanical, electrical,
plumbing, structural, and civil/site components of the
project. Due to the relatively small available site, the
integration of the demolition, new construction, and
site development activities must be closely coordinated
and reviewed with not only the Board of Education
Administration and your team of other independent
professionals (legal counsel, bond counsel, financial
services, asbestos/hazardous material consultants,
etc.) but also with the Borough, including such elements
as grading, stormwater management, parking lot
access and layout, fencing and site development, etc.
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION
Once a project is ready for advancement, SSP Architectural
Group, together with our engineering partners, will
provide architectural and engineering design services to
develop initial design concepts, provide documentation
to NJDOE, advance the project through construction
documents, and prepare for public bidding. Services also
include close interaction with regulatory agencies to
assure compliance with local and state code requirements.
Sensitive sustainable design has always been a core element
of SSPs design philosophy. We believe that by its nature, a
sustainable approach means considering the whole life cycle of a
project which will therefore improve the functionality, quality, human
productivity and enjoyment and, in the long term, bring social and
economic benefits. Therefore, we take a pragmatic, flexible and
sustainable approach to maximize the potential of every space
and will integrate sustainable, green design into your project.

PROJECT APPROACH
QUALITY CONTROL
At SSP, quality control is more than a ne-time review at the end of
construction documents. It starts with the people with experience
working on the specified projects who know the issues to anticipate
and document - and an understanding of what is being drawn
beyond lines on paper. The culture of learning, mentoring
and exposure to actual field conditions is infused into the
project team. It continues with the strategic use of partners,
contractors, consultants, and regulatory representatives to
make sure the scope of the work is clearly communicated, code
compliant and constructible. Finally, a thorough independent review
is completed in-house to make sure the construction documents
include the approved scope of work and have minimal conflicts.
BIDDING AND CONTRACT AWARD
To provide a smooth bidding process for the Lodi Board of Education,
we craft our documents to address the unique conditions that exist in
the public sector, where SSP has extensive knowledge of the public
bidding regulations. During bidding, we will assist with advertising
for bid, conduct the pre-bid conferences, issue any addenda or
clarifications, respond to requests for information, assist with the bid
opening, analyze bids and make recommendations for contract award.

CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
During construction, our experienced Construction Administrators will extend their knowledge of the project
to the activities in the construction field, providing a vital link between the District and the construction
work on site. An architects involvement providing necessary professional administration during the
construction process results in buildings that meet the projects design intent, meet code requirements that
were specified in the documents, meet the project schedule and support the projects overall success.
Our team members know that keeping a project on time and on budget through the construction process
requires good communication, clear procedures, and responsiveness. SSPs construction administration services
begin with a pre- construction meeting where expectations and responsibilities are clearly defined. SSP
recognizes that a key factor in a successful construction project is proactively addressing issues
BEFORE they become RFIs or change orders. In addition to conducting regular project meetings, our
staff is dedicated to the efficient processing of shop drawings, promptly addressing issues that may arise
in the field, and processing RFIs rapidly to ensure that our projects remain on schedule and within budget.
Ultimately our goals during the construction phase are to oversee the work so that surprises to the Board of
Education are minimized, the contractors work proceeds efficiently, and the contractors remain on task
to meet their completion and milestone dates. Due to the rapid responses required during new construction
projects, the Lodi Board of Education Administration will have cell phone numbers of your SSP team members,
such that all phone calls, emails, or other outreaches will be responded to within 24 hours or less.
PROJECT CLOSEOUT
The SSP Team will provide post-construction follow-up for projects including punch list and closeout
services, assistance with troubleshooting start-up, and an 11-month walk through and
check. This
inspection ensures warranty items perform in accordance with contract documents and to ensure
that all systems function as designed, and that the Board of Education is satisfied with our efforts.

Team Structure
and Experience

SSP ARCHITECTURAL GROUP

PROPOSED LODI BOARD OF EDUCATION TEAM LEADERSHIP
SCOTT MIHALICK AIA, LEED AP
principal in charge
Mr. Mihalicks approach to his projects is hands-on, with an emphasis on clear communication,
and day-to-day involvement. He is well-known for his track record of satisfied clients and
his ability to manage and prioritize project changes and obstacles to maintain budget and
schedule goals. His work on numerous pre-referendum, Long Range Facilities Planning, and
design projects have allowed him to lead the development of multiple in-house quality assurance
processes to benefit project outcomes and realize client goals.

JEANNE PERANTONI AIA, CEFP, LEED AP

facility planning expert
Jeanne has been with SSP for over 30 years, lending her focus on educational planning to
the growth and development of the firm. Having occupied positions of increasing authority,
she now is SSPs Chief Executive Officer overseeing all firm management, operations, finance
and marketing. Ms. Perantoni is a nationally recognized facility planner of public sector
projects, and has led the planning and design of numerous award-winning New Jersey projects,
particularly in the area of school design. Jeanne is an Advisory Board member on the New
Jersey Institute of Technologys new Center for Resilient Design and the current President Northeast Region of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International.

DANIEL SPANTON, AIA

project architect
As a senior level design manager and experienced Construction Administrator, Dan Spanton
lends his twenty years of architectural experience to a variety of project types. He is expert
in site analysis for strategic building footprint placement; long range facilities planning;
and management of complex project teams in both fast paced and budget sensitive design
assignments.

SCOTT E. MIHALICK, AIA, LEED AP

Chief Operating Officer

SSP firm principal Scott Mihalick is a talented project manager, with an unerring
focus on clients budget, schedule, and facility goals. He is experienced in
facilitating all project phases, with a particular expertise in the nuances of New
Jersey public school projects. His work on numerous pre-referendum, Long Range
Facilities Planning, and design projects have allowed him to lead the development
of multiple in-house quality assurance processes to benefit project outcomes and
realize client goals. Mr. Mihalicks approach to his projects is hands-on, with an
emphasis on clear communication, and day-to-day involvement. He is well-known
for his track record of satisfied clients and his ability to manage and prioritize
project changes and obstacles to maintain budget and schedule goals.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture,
Albert Dorman Honors College
New Jersey Institute of Technology
REGISTRATION
Registered Architect, New Jersey
LEED Accredited Design Professional,
United States Green Building Council
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
CEFPI, Council of Educational Facility
Planners International
Emerging Leaders of Somerset County,
Founding Member
ACE Mentor Program, Past Team Leader
ACE Mentor Program, New Jersey Board
of Directors
AIA Young Architects Forum, Mentorship
Sub-committee
NJIT Design Showcase Committee Member
NJIT Design Under 40 Committee Member
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
NJBIZ 40 Under 40 recognition

Asbury Park School District

Most recently, SSP collaborated with the district to revise and update its Long
Range Facility Plan. With needs less related to enrollment increases, the
focus has been on interior renovations to improve educational spaces, capital
improvements, and infrastructure upgrades. SSP has been working closely
with the district administration to develop a plan that reflects the educational
needs of the students, while simultaneously encompassing the requisite capital
improvements. SSP has also introduced the concept of advancing energy
savings projects through the states ESIP guidelines, as well as provided several
studies and reports focused on IT/infrastructure and roofing.
SSP worked with Asbury Park in the late 1990s and early 2000s to develop
their Long Range Facilities Plan. Working closely with the district, several needs
were identified, including the potential for expansion at the
Bradley Elementary School site.
SSP subsequently designed the 33,000 square foot addition, which also
renovated 13,000 square feet, and added new classrooms, science labs,
and a new multi-purpose room. The small 1.5 acre site proved challenging,
as it was not only small, but landlocked by roadways on three sides. Careful
planning and phasing allowed for the two new wings to be constructed with
minimal impact.
Atlantic Highlands
SSP has been collaborating with the Atlantic Highlands Board of Education
for several years, on multiple projects. Work has included interior renovations
to accommodate the schools kindergarten program, schematic design for the

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Lodi Board of Education: Capital Improvements

SSP and the Lodi School District have worked together for almost 20 years,
assisting them with the implementation of over 75 projects. Projects have
included additions at all seven District schools, as well as a series of capital
upgrades, ranging from the recent comprehensive heating upgrade at the
Middle School, to roof and window replacements, to interior renovations
throughout the District.

SCOTT MIHALICK, AIA, LEED AP

alterations of the buildings entry and main office, and reconstruction of one of the two primary exterior stairways. SSP
has also provided assistance to the Board on projects that it was undertaking on their own, including a beautification
initiative at the schools front yard, and an environmental cleanup overseen by a neighboring property owner.
SSP also designed a 49 kW rooftop solar system installed in 2010. This system was funded through a public referendum,
and received $22,500 in clean energy rebates. The system, with a projected nine year payback, was installed through
a design/bid/build delivery method. It is fully owned by the Board of Education, so that the Board is able to realize
100% of the fiscal and energy savings benefits without being locked into a lease with a third party.
Henry Hudson School District
SSP Architectural Group has been working with the Henry Hudson Regional School District on a variety of projects over
the last several years. Working with the Board and administration, SSP was able to secure ROD grants for two roofing
replacement projects and a main entrance security renovation. The first phase of the roofing work has been completed,
with the second phase scheduled to be implemented during the summer of 2016. Additionally, SSP has provided facilities
guidance for exterior masonry issues, science room renovations, and office reconfigurations.

Tinton Falls School District, Tinton Falls, NJ

Tinton Falls MS, Mahala F. Atchison ES, Swimming River ES, Administration Building
SSP worked with the District in the development of long range facilities plan in 2000 and 2005; pre-referendum support
for 2001 referendum to expand the Middle School, and 2010 referendum to provide needed capital improvements.
SSP provided design and implementation os various capital improvements, including roofing replacement, door
replacement, boiler replacement / HVAC upgrades, sitework / paving, ceiling/lighting replacement, electrical upgrades,
generator installation, security upgrades (CCTV installation) and an addition to Tinton Falls Middle School, consisting of
five classrooms and a new gymnasium.
Milford School District, Milford, NJ
Districtwide Renovations, Pre-Referendum Planning and Design
SSP worked with the Milford Board of Education in Hunterdon County to determine the proper course of action to improve
its century old elementary school facility. Dealing with reduced budgets, the plan that developed addressed the schools
most pressing needs, to be implemented over a three-year phased plan. Work included the replacement of the electrical
system, addition of an intercom and security system, new roof, and door and window replacements.
Pequannock School District: Media Center and Renovations
SSP worked with the District to develop their 2005 LRFP. Work continued with referendum planning for capital upgrades
at the High School and Middle School. SSP oversaw the design and construction administration of this work, which
included electrical upgrades, renovations to auditorium, music room, media center and gymnasium, tele/data at all
district schools, HVAC upgrades, and window replacement.
Franklin Township School District: Facilities Master Planning, New Design, Additions and Renovations
SSP worked closely with the Franklin Board of Education to create a comprehensive Long Range Facilities Master Plan,
which was used as a roadmap for facilities-related decision making. This planning process encompassed not only the

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Frenchtown School District, Frenchtown, NJ

Frenchtown Elementary School
SSP worked with the Frenchtown School District in the development of long range facilities plan (LRFP). As an outgrowth of
the LRFP, work with the Board, administration, and community groups to develop a list of high-priority capital improvement
projects which were submitted and ROD grants were secured for the work. SSP provided support throughout the
referendum process and provided design and oversight of the resulting successful capital improvements such as toilet
room renovations, roof replacement, window replacement, boiler replacement, gymnasium floor replacement dividing
wall replacement, kiln installation.

SCOTT MIHALICK, AIA, LEED AP

Board and Administration, but key community stakeholders, citizens groups, and members of the local governing body.
The results of this process gave rise to the development of a district-wide grade reconfiguration program, which was the
primary focus of an $84M referendum which was approved by voters in 2014. SSP is working closely with the district
on designs for a new elementary school, expansion and modifications to the two middle schools, and multiple capital
upgrades. Concurrent with the referendum planning, SSP developed and implemented a $7M energy savings project
utilizing the states ESIP guidelines; this project replaced over 40 boilers and replaced or retrofitted lighting districtwide, all paid for solely from the energy savings generated by the work.
Pascack Valley Regional High School District: Pre-Referendum Services and Construction Documents
As a joint venture with another firm, SSP worked to develop a referendum plan to expand and renovate both of the
Districts high schools. SSP took the lead in the construction documents for the addition at Pascack Valley High School,
which included new construction of science, physical education and auditorium facilities.

Kenilworth School District: Districtwide Renovations and Capital Improvements

SSP has worked with the Kenilworth Board of Education for more than ten years developing the Districts Long Range
Facility Plans, pre-referendum planning, design and construction for capital work. SSP developed the Districts 2000
and 2005 LRFPs, and developed a referendum package to distill their needs into a comprehensive capital upgrade
initiative. Full design and construction services for this capital work was undertaken, including: locker room and classroom
renovations, electrical upgrades, mechanical upgrades, office renovation, roofing, sitework, physical education addition,
and window replacement. SSP is also working with the District to prepare a solar energy PPA Request for Proposal.
Middlesex County Vocational & Technical School District: Renovations and Capital Improvements
Serving students in all aspects of vocational and technical education, the district operates five campuses throughout the
county. SSP worked with the district to overhaul the 1939 building through a multi-phase renovation process, replacing
the mechanical system, lighting, roofing, renovating key interior spaces, and constructing two additions. Work in the
1970s buildings has encompassed a similar scope, and has allowed for the implementation of new programs such as
the East Brunswick Green Lab, a Mechatronics Lab, and the rollout of the Academy for Allied Health and Biomedical
Sciences. SSP works closely with the district to plan their annual facilities improvement workload, and implements a
series of renovation and capital projects each year. Total work completed to date has exceeded $15M; upcoming work
includes a $10M ESIP project at the two 1970s campuses.
Sussex County Technical School
SSP was retained by the Sussex County Vocational Technical School to provide Architect of Record services for a variety
of capital improvements and educational renovation projects. Four critical capital projects, requiring a quick turnaround
involving facilities structural and electrical systems, and roof leakage, were assigned to SSP. SSP has worked closely with
the Administration and Board of Education to determine project scope of work and coordinate efforts with engineering
subconsultants to expeditiously provide design services for a quick construction turnaround.
Somerset County Vocational Technical School District: Additions, Renovations and Alterations
SSP provided services for several significant projects with the District. These included the expansion of the Performing
Arts Center, which has an outdoor performance plaza, a landscaped lawn amphitheater for public performances, and a
student plaza that provides the campus with an exterior focus and gathering space for students and visitors. In addition,
SSP provided oversight for the renovation of a portion of the existing cafeteria into an intimate, upscale restaurant to
support the Culinary Arts program. Currently, SSP is completing construction administration services for the comprehensive
renovation of the Performing Arts Auditorium.

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Freehold Regional High School District: Renovations & Additions at Six High Schools
SSP provided professional services for six high school additions to accommodate a projected enrollment increase of
more than 2,000 students over five years. Additions were structured to support the Districts educational programs and
technology objectives, and to improve the Districts existing high school facilities. Mr. Mihalick was the project manager
for two of these projects.

JEANNE PERANTONI, AIA, LEED AP, CEFP

Chief Executive Officer

EDUCATION
Rice University, Masters Architecture
Princeton University, B.A. in Architecture and
Urban Planning
REGISTRATION
Registered Architect, New Jersey
LEED Accredited Design Professional, United
States Green Building Council
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Board of Directors of Somerset County Business
Partnership
Board Member of D&R Greenway Land Trust
SCBP - Somerset County Business Partnership,
Member
SCEC - Somerset County Energy Council,
Member
CEFPI - Council of Educational Facility Planners
International, President - Northeast Region
USGBC - US Green Building Council, Member
AIA - American Institute of Architects, Member
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Outstanding Business Person of the Year,
Somerset County 2007
Business Woman of the Year, 2006
NJBIZ
Outstanding Business Woman, Somerset County
2006
Outstanding Achievement Award, CEFPI, 1998
Schools as Centers of Community Award,
Knowledge Works Foundation, 2008
Excellence in Design Citation, CEFPI
2004 Project of Special Distinction, CEFPI

Asbury Park School District

Most recently, SSP collaborated with the district to revise and update its Long
Range Facility Plan. With needs less related to enrollment increases, the focus has
been on interior renovations to improve educational spaces, capital improvements,
and infrastructure upgrades. SSP has been working closely with the district
administration to develop a plan that reflects the educational needs of the students,
while simultaneously encompassing the requisite capital improvements. SSP has
also introduced the concept of advancing energy savings projects through the
states ESIP guidelines, as well as provided several studies and reports focused
on IT/infrastructure and roofing.
SSP worked with Asbury Park in the late 1990s and early 2000s to develop
their Long Range Facilities Plan. Working closely with the district, several needs
were identified, including the potential for expansion at the Bradley Elementary
School site.
SSP subsequently designed the 33,000 square foot addition, which also renovated
13,000 square feet, and added new classrooms, science labs, and a new multipurpose room. The small 1.5 acre site proved challenging, as it was not only small,
but landlocked by roadways on three sides. Careful planning and phasing allowed
for the two new wings to be constructed with minimal impact.
Fort Lee Board of Education
District Wide Facility Planning and Design
In 2008, Fort Lee Board of Education was faced with increased town-wide
development leading to a surge in their K-12 population. Combined with six
facilities with no new educational space since the 1970s, the Board had significant
pent-up needs. SSP worked with the Board and Administration and several
community groups to develop a long-range plan that would add capacity to the
district and address their aging infrastructure. The multi-phased rollout of this
plan included two successful bond referenda, totaling nearly $80M and adding
130,000 square feet of educational space at two sites; critical capital projects
focusing on building envelope improvements such as roofing, windows, doors,
and masonry; interior renovations; and a $5M energy project that paid for itself
through its energy savings measures.

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Jeanne has been with SSP Architectural Group

for over thirty years, focusing on educational
planning and the growth and development of
the firm. Having occupied positions of increasing
authority, she now is SSPs Chief Executive
Officer overseeing all firm management,
operations, finance and marketing.

Jeanne Perantoni is a nationally recognized facility planner and designer of public

sector projects, and has led the planning and design of numerous award-winning
New Jersey projects. Ms. Perantoni has developed a specialization in planning for
early childhood, K-12 facilities as well as higher education. She employs a hands-on
approach to their development, interfacing with administration, staff and students
as well as demographic experts and community stakeholders to clearly understand
educational philosophies, program goals and activities, and the specialized needs
of the community at large. She is an expert at the translation of administrative,
staff and community vision into clearly delineated space programs, working with
architects, engineers and specialty consultants to fully articulate all building systems
and elements required to deliver programs that ensure the best possible environment
for building occupants.

JEANNE PERANTONI AIA, LEED AP, CEFP

Franklin Township School District
Facilities Master Planning, New Design, Additions and Renovations
SSP worked closely with the Franklin BOE to create a Long Range Facilities Master Plan. This planning process encompassed
the Board and Administration, key community stakeholders, citizens groups, and members of the local governing body.
The results gave rise to the development of a district-wide grade reconfiguration program, which was the primary focus of
an $84M referendum approved in 2014. SSP is working closely with the district on designs for a new elementary school,
expansion and modifications to the two middle schools, and multiple capital upgrades. Concurrent with the referendum
planning, SSP developed and implemented a $7M energy savings project utilizing the states ESIP guidelines; this project
replaced over 40 boilers and replaced or retrofitted lighting district-wide, all paid for solely from the energy savings
generated by the work.

Pequannock Township Board of Education: Renovations and Additions

As Principal in Charge, Ms. Perantoni worked on a variety of projects over the last twenty years including additions and
renovations to each of the Districts five schools. She also led the 2000 Long Range Facilities Plan and 2005 Update. Work
has included interior renovations, window replacements, HVAC and electrical upgrades, an auditorium refurbishment, sitework,
and infrastructure improvements.
Buckingham Friends School: Facilities Assessment and Campus Master Plan 2009-2019
The creation of a campus Master Plan by SSP provides the vision for the future use of the land and property resources of BFS,
and guides campus improvement and development decisions on an ongoing basis. Projects arising from the plan have included
a 3,000 s.f. Lower School expansion; athletics fields development on leased space adjacent to the campus at neighboring
commercial retail space; and updated entryway and dropoff areas to provide a more naturalized landscape area as well
as the creation of a stronger pedestrian thoroughfare.
Greenwich Elementary School: New Design and IN-Flight Addition Project
Under the direction of Ms. Perantoni as Principal in Charge, SSP designed new 60,000 s.f. K-2 elementary school contains
a large multi-purpose room, kitchen, stage, media center, computer lab, small group instruction rooms, nurses suite, offices
and 21 academic classrooms. SSP also developed an IN-Flight addition (starting the construction of the additional rooms
even before the entire initial school design had been completed or occupied), consisted of 24,000 s.f. to include a large
cafeteria as well as an additional 12 classrooms and 2 small group rooms.
Bridgewater-Raritan School District: Middle School Renovations and Additions and High School Campus Master Planning
Led planning effort to examine District educational objectives in the face of a growing population. Key to the effort was the
integration of a disparate series of campus facilities into a cohesive plan, via key additions creating functional relationships
between facilities, the creation of a 2,000 seat gymnasium to house the Districts prominent athletics programs, and the
development of a loop road encircling the campus. The result was a more functional and educationally sound high school
for the districts 2,000 students.

K-12 EDUCATION | P l a n n i n g , D e s i g n & I m p l e m e n ta t i o n E x p e r i e n c e

Neptune Township Board of Education: Districtwide Renovations, Additions, New Facility and New Design/Build Facility
As one of New Jerseys Abbott Districts, designated for 100% funding under the Educational Facilities Financing Act, the
Neptune Township Board of Education undertook a comprehensive program of renovations and additions throughout its six
elementary and middle schools, as well as the addition of a pre-K - 5th grade new facility. Ms. Perantoni spearheaded the
effort of planning and design throughout the District, a key component of which was developing the Districts educational
specifications, with an eye towards creating parity among all schools and the integration of cutting edge LEED sustainable
design technologies. One facility, the Summerfield Elementary School, gained particular attention as the States first design/
build educational project, and marked a pioneering effort in terms of developing educational performance specifications
for future design by a design/build team. an expansion plan for this iconic community focal point. The study sought to create
options for maintaining the historic, iconic status of the Ridge Street School, while simultaneously addressing the facilitys
functionality, systems, and code deficiencies.

DANIEL SPANTON, AIA

Project Architect

As a senior level design manager and experienced Construction Administrator, Dan

Spanton lends his twenty years of architectural experience to a variety of project
types. He is expert in site analysis for strategic building footprint placement; long
range facilities planning; and management of complex project teams in both fastpaced and budget sensitive design assignments.
Fort Lee Public Schools: Districtwide Capital Program
Mr. Spanton has served as Project Architect throughout the design of several
renovation and capital projects, including invasive HVAC upgrades at Elementary
School #4, science lab and athletic renovations at Fort Lee High School, plus a
fast-track TCU installation at Elementary School #2. He is currently providing
construction administration phase services for an addition containing a new media
center, STEM classrooms and a new secure entrance.

Newark Public Schools: Masonry/Exterior Envelope Repairs

Mr. Spanton has been evaluating four school buildings to determine the cause of
ongoing deterioration and water infiltration. He has been coordinating the testing
efforts (e.g. thermal/infrared scans, asbestos testing) as well as sampling of paint
removal, water repellant and graffiti proof coatings to be recommended for
the varying conditions between the buildings. Mr. Spanton has collaborated with
NJSDA to justify the final scope of repair work and has been responsible for the
preparation of final construction and bidding documents.
Allamuchy Township School District
Project Manager for construction closeout and review process of new K-2 Primary
School.
While with other firms, Mr. Spantons experience includes the following:

EDUCATION
New Jersey Board of Architects New
Jersey Institute of Technology BARCH
REGISTRATION
Registered Architect, New Jersey
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
AIA - American Institute of Architects,
Member

The Beacon: Master Planning, Project Management and Construction Administration

conversion of the old Jersey City Medical Center to 3,000 sf luxury lofts; The largest
Historic Preservation Project in the country.
The Residences at Montclair Station: Project Management and Construct:ion
Administration of 165 unit high end residential transit complex.
NJSDA Emergent Projects: Management of over 20 school projects for the NJ School
Development Authority.
NJ National Guard DMAVA: Multiple projects for system retrofits across NJ to convert
all flat roof buildings to hipped standing seam metal roofs.
FEMA: Repairs and lifting of 6 residential projects in Lake Hiawatha, NJ

K-12 EDUCATION | P l a n n i n g , D e s i g n & I m p l e m e n ta t i o n E x p e r i e n c e

Newark Public Schools: High School Auditorium Renovations

Mr. Spanton is currently providing construction phase services on a $4 million
rehabilitation and renovation of the main performance space for this High School
dedicated to the visual and performing arts. The work \has required careful
coordination of several specialty trades from lighting, audiovisual, rigging and
asbestos management in a functioning school building.

SSP Architectural Group Organizational Chart

Lodi Board of Education
SSP Architectural Group, Inc.

Partnering for Great Schools & Great Communities

Jeanne Perantoni

Jay Perantoni

Marcus Rosenau

Scott Mihalick

AIA, LEED AP, REFP

Chief Executive Officer

AIA, LEED AP
Principal of Tech. Services

Glenn Arbesfeld

Craig Slater

AIA
Senior Principal

AIA, LEED AP
Chief Operating Officer

AIA, CID, LEED AP

Sr. Project Manager

AIA, LEED AP
Project Manager

Dan Spanton

AIA
Project Manager

Tammy Stouchko

Josh Ward-Linzer

Anthony Masucci

Bianca Tulloch

Mark Nicholson

Project Coordinator

Designer

Designer

AIA, LEED AP, CSI

Project Architect

Ingrid Aguilar

Evan Storer

Christina Marcille

Ricky Brown

Designer

Designer

Designer

Designer

Jack Wengrzynek

Adam Finkle

Designer

Designer

CID
Project Manager

Professional Licenses
NJ CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORIZATION
Jay F. Perantoni, Certificate holder

Professional Licenses
Jay F. Perantoni, AIA
NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI00830900

Jeanne K. Perantoni, AIA, LEED AP

NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI00894300

Scott E. Mihalick, AIA, LEED AP

NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI01661600

Marcus M. Rosenau, AIA, LEED AP

NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI010452700

Professional Licenses
Glenn A. Arbesfeld, AIA, CID, LEED AP
NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI01691800

Craig Slater, AIA LEED AP

B+D

NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI01353700

B+D

NJ INTERIOR DESIGNER
21ID00012100

Daniel Spanton, AIA

NJ ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
21AI01490000

Professional Licenses
Tammy L. Stouchko, IIDA, CID, LEED AP
NJ INTERIOR DESIGNER
21ID00034600

Mark Nicholson, AIA LEED AP

PA ARCHITECTURAL LICENSE
RA404608

BD+C

Firm Experience
and References

REFERENCES
Fort Lee Public Schools
LRFP, Energy Savings Improvement Program,
Facility Planning and Capital Improvements
Referendum Planning, New Construction
SSP Principal in Charge

Scott Mihalick

Middlesex County Vo-Tech

LRFP, Energy Savings Improvement Program,
District-wide Capital Improvements, New Construction

SSP Principal in Charge

Mr. Paul Saxton

Immediate Past Superintendent
2175 Lemoine Avenue
Ft. Lee, NJ 07024
201.546.4728

Mr. Karl J. Knehr

Business Administrator/Board Secretary
112 Rues Lane
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
732.257.3300 x1952
knehrk@mail.mcvts.net

Scott Mihalick

Frenchtown School District

LRFP, Pre-Referemdum Planning, Toilet Room
Renovation, Window Replacement, Roofing Replacement

SSP Principal in Charge

Scott Mihalick

Tinton Falls School District

Middle School Addition/Renovations
District-wide Capital Improvements

SSP Principal in Charge

Ms. Tamar Sydney-Gens

Business Administrator
658 Tinton Avenue
Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
732.460.2406
tsydney-gens@tfs.k12.nj.us

Scott Mihalick

River Dell Regional School District

Addition/Renovations

SSP Principal in Charge

Ms. Teresa Barna

Business Administrator/Board Secretary
902 Harrison Street
Frenchtown, NJ 08825
908.996.6676
teresabarna@dvrhs.k12.nj.us

Scott Mihalick

Mr. Patrick Fletcher

Superintendent
230 Woodland Avenue
River Edge, NJ 07661
201.599.7206
patrick.fletcher@riverdell.org

LODI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

ADDITIONS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
K-12 EDUCATION | CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

LODI, NJ | RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS | VALUE: $17,000,000 | COMPLETION: ON-GOING

SSP Architectural Group is fortunate to have collaborated with the Lodi

Public School District on over ninety distinct capital improvement and addition
projects over the last twenty years. Our long relationship has allowed us
to work in partnership with the District, planning for ongoing needs from
infrastructure upgrades to interior renovations.
With its oldest active school building dating back to 1914, and four buildings
constructed prior to 1933, the District continually faces challenges in keeping
these facilities operable, sound, and efficient. Work has been planned and
phased over multiple years as required to meet the Districts fiscal constraints.
Such improvements over the years have included window replacements,
HVAC upgrades, roofing and waterproofing, door replacements, fire safety
improvements, ceiling and lighting upgrades, bleacher replacements, and
toilet room renovations.
Additionally, a series of new construction projects were identified, planned,
designed and implemented to accommodate early childhood programs,
enrollment increases, barrier-free accessibility, and provide core spaces at
some of the Districts smaller neighborhood elementary schools.
These needs resulted in additions at all seven of the Districts schools, along
with interior renovations to create additional classrooms, small group
instruction, and media centers from previously under-utilized spaces.

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FORT LEE BOARD OF EDUCATION

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

K-12 EDUCATION | FACILITY MASTER PLANNING

FORT LEE NJ | FACILITY MASTER PLANNING

The Fort Lee Board of Education, located in Northern New Jersey proximate
to the George Washington Bridge, serves over 3,600 students in grades
Pre-K through 12. SSP is currently working with the District to develop and
implement a phased plan of capital improvements, additions and renovations
via two (2) bond referendum projects.
A densely populated and diverse community, Fort Lee has a long history of
crowded facilities challenged by limited area for expansion. Key to SSPs
planning and design is a pragmatic approach to accommodating the K-12
student body in the best possible school facilities with parity among schools
throughout their educational experience.
Current plans define significant renovations and additions to meet the
Districts challenges while incorporating State grant funding to reduce local
costs.

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FORT LEE SCHOOL DISTRICT

LEWIS COLE MIDDLE SCHOOL
K-12 EDUCATION | ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS

FORT LEE, NJ | ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS | VALUE: $22,700,000

The Fort Lee School District, located in Northern New Jersey serves over
3,600 students in grades Pre-K through 12. A densely populated and diverse
community, Fort Lee has a long history of crowded facilities challenged by
limited area for expansion. SSP has worked with the BOE to plan, design and
implement a phased plan of capital improvements, additions and renovations
district-wide. SSP determined that the key to the relief of space for the
District can be accomplished through space reallocation and additions. The
plan developed in 2013 included the construction of an addition to the Lewis
Cole Middle School.
A critical element to the Lewis Cole Middle School addition is the integration
of a new Media Center within it. Sized at approximately 2,500 s.f., the new
Media Center advances the Districts provision of vital library and media
services to its student population to 21st Century Standards. The Media
Center enjoys a centralized location for student and staff use as well as an
enhanced technology offering. The Media Center is located in an opened
area adjacent to corridors, which allows for an expansive feel and allows
for multiple access and a variety of usage. Moreover, the Center takes
advantage of an adjoining courtyard, allowing for of spaces for quiet study
and recreation.

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JERSEY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

P.S. 20

K-12 EDUCATION | NEW DESIGN

JERSEY CITY, NJ | NEW DESIGN | VALUE: $32,000,000 | ANTICIPATED COMPLETION: 2016

The Jersey City School District is currently in construction phase for a

replacement school for P.S. 20, to form a new model community school
for the District. Administered by the New Jersey Schools Development
Authority, the scope of work undertaken by the team includes adherence
to district educational goals and objectives in facility design.
A dedicated academic classroom wing allows for separation of students
based upon respective grade levels yet sharing of common, core
facility space and functions. It is balanced by shared-use community
space positioned in a manner allowing ready access from communityfacing entries but allowing separation from the academic portions of
the school in order to avoid inappropriate crosstraffic conflicts between
students and visiting adults.
The overall design is responsive to the environmental site constraints
within Jersey City, and addresses appropriate facility placement given
the significant environmental concerns and conditions of the property.
The resulting 106,000 s.f. facility design offers Jersey City a solution
for urban neighborhood school development.

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In addition to designing educational facilities, SSP has been called upon by many school districts to assist
in designing and overseeing the space planning, relocation and renovation of several district administrative
office spaces. SSP has extensive experience meeting the unique demands of a school district requires of their
office space, community space, and support space.
PEQUANNOCK BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Pequannock Board of Education entered into an agreement with the township to convert the second floor
of a township owned building into office space to house the central administrative offices. SSP provided
layout options and construction documents for the conversion, with the renovation work completed in-house
by Board of Education and township staff. This relocation allowed for the former office space at the High
School to be converted to much-needed classroom space.
HOLMDEL BOARD OF EDUCATION
Facing declining enrollment at one of their elementary schools, the Board of Education commissioned SSP to
renovate four classrooms into office space. The work, which was performed by a combination of contractors
and in-house staff, allowed for the full district administration to eliminate their monthly lease payment for
office space, while simultaneously moving the administration back into a school building. The end result was
a fully functional office suite, including expanded meeting and conference space, all with a separate exterior
entrance to avoid increasing public traffic through the schools main office.
KENILWORTH BOARD OF EDUCATION
The central administration offices, long housed at the districts elementary school, were relocated to a new
space via renovation of a former wood shop. This shop area, which had long been unused for educational
purposes, was converted into office space, allowing for the former Superintendents offices and support
spaces to be converted into a combination of educational space and guidance offices.
BEDMINSTER BOARD OF EDUCATION
SSP provided several schematic options for reconfiguring the schools central offices, consisting of the
Superintendents and Business Administrators offices, as well as their support staff. Ultimately SSP was able
to develop a plan that was implemented without requiring construction, instead focusing on a change in the
space allocation and interior layout of furniture.
RIVER DELL REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
Facing an increasing enrollment at the High School requiring a significant addition to be constructed,
the central offices were relocated out of the High School and into space at the Middle School which had
formerly been leased to an outside agency. This reclamation of space allowed the High School to expand its
program offerings and convert the former office space into a technology education hub, and provided new
administrative offices with a dedicated separate entrance at the Middle School site. A full renovation project
was undertaken to convert four classrooms into a series of office and meeting rooms, with work phased to
precede the High Schools expansion project.
FORT LEE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Enrollment at each of the schools in Fort Lee has been steadily increasing, necessitating several new construction
projects. In addition, it was determined that the Board of Education offices needed to be relocated offsite, allowing for renovation of the former office space into a pre-kindergarten center. SSP worked with
the Board of Education to move into a leased office, renovating the former office space into much-needed
classrooms.
ROXBURY BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Roxbury Board of Education offices had historically been housed in a small off-campus building. SSP
assisted the Board with the conversion of one of the districts former and unused small schoolhouses into office
space, housing the districts central offices and support staff. A full renovation was undertaken, converting
the six-classroom building into office and conference space.
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K-12 EDUCATION | FULL SERVICES

SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE SPACES

NEWARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ARTS HIGH SCHOOL
K-12 EDUCATION | RENOVATIONS

NEWARK, NJ | AUDITORIUM UPGRADES & ENVELOPE REPAIRS | VALUE: $5,000,000 | COMPLETION: 2015

SSP Architectural Group, Inc. is working with the Newark

Public Schools Arts High School to develop a feasibility
study for the renovation of their auditorium. The Newark
Public School Districts Arts High School is undergoing a
renaissance and moving to reclaim its pre-eminent role in
the United States as a top academic and arts program.
SSP Architectural Group has been charged with
investigating Arts HS Auditorium to assess infrastructure
needs, provide upgrade scenarios, propose budget
costs, and recommend water infiltration repairs. Arts HS
is located in Newarks University Heights and is part of
the burgeoning education and cultural arts district which
provides resources and opportunities for its students. The
auditorium facilities are located in the original 1931
portion of school. In January 1996, a major addition and
renovation project was completed which provided a full
complement of drama and science spaces. The unique art
deco design of the auditorium was preserved and remains
one of its cherished features.

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NEWARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

NEWARK, NJ | AUDITORIUM UPGRADES & ENVELOPE REPAIRS | VALUE: $5,000,000 | COMPLETION: 2015

K-12 EDUCATION | RENOVATIONS

BEFORE RENOVATION

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ASBURY GRAPHITE

COMMERCIAL | RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS

ASBURY, NJ | RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS | VALUE: $1,200,000 | COMPLETION: 2015

SSP Architectural Group is completing construction on the renovation of

a circa 1870 historic home to serve as an expanded commercial office
for the Asbury Graphite Corporation.
The homes renovation includes design for office and conference space,
and a modest addition of 3,000 s.f. This square footage will accommodate
ten offices and a conference room, as well as toilet rooms and kitchen
facilities all in compliance with ADA requirements. Additionally, the site
required a widened entry drive and parking at the rear of the building for
17 vehicles.
Also a part of the project is a connection between the renovated home
and the existing Asbury Graphite headquarters facility, rendering it a fully
ADA compliant office suite accessible from the main facility.

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NEPTUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT

MIDTOWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL

K-12 EDUCATION | NEW DESIGN

NEPTUNE, NJ | NEW DESIGN | VALUE: $42,000,000 | COMPLETION: 2008

The Neptune Community School serves a total of 700 students from PreKindergarten through Fifth Grade, in roughly 149,500 s.f. of facility space.
Spaces designated for both community and student use include a safety and
security center, a full-size gym and assembly area, a wellness clinic equipped
for a wide variety of health programs, a parenting and tutoring center, an
outdoor amphitheater, and the renovation of an adjacent warehouse into an
early childhood center.
Like the schools exterior, interior spaces offer welcoming, safe, sophisticated,
learning areas that enhance the educational experience and make the building
itself a powerful teaching tool. Features include glass doors on mechanical
closets where students can study the schools LEED-Platinum certified, energy
saving systems in action, transparent raised flooring displaying the schools
cabling systems, and a rooftop garden designed with Liberty Science Center,
that offers 6,000 s.f. of greened space suitable for a variety of outdoor
experiments. Also Included within the design is a 30 kW photovoltaic solar
system. The specialized nature of this project has led to the development of
specialized curriculum for environmental studies, now in place at all District
schools.

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NEPTUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT

SUMMERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

K-12 EDUCATION | NEW DESIGN

NEPTUNE, NJ | NEW DESIGN | VALUE: $24,000,000 | COMPLETION: 2008

The Summerfield Elementary School, a Pre-Kindergarten through 5th Grade

facility, is the State of New Jerseys first design/build public education project.
SSP Architectural Group, working with key representatives of the New Jersey
Schools Construction Corporation, assisted in the development of model
procurement processes to enable this efficient construction delivery method.
After the development of performance criteria for the projects design, SSP
retained a role throughout its construction to ensure construction delivered the
designs performance intent.
SSP initially provided a design that supports and reflects the schools specific
curriculum theme of the cultural identity and history of the region. The 109,000
s.f. facility design incorporates forms, shapes, construction details, materials,
site features, and iconic references to the regional farm and early American
structures. SSP further provided Bridging Architect Services during construction.

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BAYONNE MIDTOWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL

NEW K-8 ELEMENTARY

K-12 EDUCATION | NEW DESIGN

BAYONNE, NJ | NEW DESIGN | VALUE: $20,500,000 | COMPLETION: 1992

The Bayonne Midtown Community School is a Blue Ribbon school

nationally recognized as a model of community school design
principles. The 170,000 s.f. facility features several innovative design
ideas for both students and the neighborhood the school serves. It
was designed to implement significant District advances in technology,
adaptability and durability.
The building accommodates 1,200 students from Pre-Kindergarten
through Eighth Grade and it was the first elementary school in New
Jersey equipped with broadband access in every classroom, and was
fully air conditioned to allow for year-round use. Placed on a compact
urban site, parking is provided in a pillared underground space
situated below the buildings first floor.
Learning spaces include computer and wet science laboratories,
a technologically and acoustically sophisticated music room, and a
gallery/reading space set over and around the schools entrance
atrium.

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PASCACK VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

RENOVATIONS AND ADDITIONS
K-12 EDUCATION | RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS

MONTVALE, NJ | RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS | VALUE: $18,774,000 | COMPLETION: 2007

The Pascack Valley Regional High School District has completed renovation
and upgrades of the Districts two high schools. As with many of New Jerseys
other school districts, Pascack Valley has experienced a surge in enrollment, and
anticipated continued growth of up to 100 students annually for the coming
decade.
SSP first reviewed the existing conditions of the districts educational facilities,
then developed a program to support Pascacks goals to deliver technologically
advanced and adaptable teaching environments, modernize all facility
infrastructure and increase traffic flow and parking areas.
Key to the upgrade was the design of the Districts Learning Clusters. These
included dedicated spaces for science, math and technology, library and media
center, student services, the arts, the humanities, and physical education.

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CHESTER SCHOOL DISTRICT

DICKERSON, BRAGG AND BLACK RIVER SCHOOLS
K-12 EDUCATION | ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS

CHESTER, NJ | ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS | VALUE: $ 22,700,000

SSP and the Chester Schools Board of Education have collaborated since
January of 2004 on the development of a master plan for the improvement
of the Districts two elementary schools and middle school. SSP developed
designs to address overcrowding and aging infrastructure in the neighboring
Dickerson and Bragg Elementary Schools as well as improvements to the
Black River Middle School. The overall construction value of the projects
total $22.7 million, and includes an additional 45,000 square feet and over
35,000 square feet of renovated space for added classrooms, that replace
substandard spaces and enable the District to enhance program delivery
through improvement of specialized spaces.
A key project within the referendum scope of work was a comprehensive
media center renovation at the Dickerson School. The 1,675 square foot
center now contains expanded stacks, computer/media and presentation
areas, and areas for study and class work.

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Milford Public School

7 Hillside Avenue
Milford, New Jersey 08848
Phone: 908-995-4349
Fax: 908-995-4310

Edward Stoloski
Superintendent

Dr. Todd Fay

Principal

Judy Holladay
Business Administrator

May 8, 2015
To whom it may concern,
I am writing this letter to highly recommend SSP as your Architect of Record for
any future projects you may have in the future. They have done a terrific job with
numerous projects at Milford school including a Million dollar electrical and alarm
system project school wide to a new security entrance for the building. They have great
contacts on the state level and are able to manage approvals and obtain permits in a
timely manner. Feel free to visit our district and see our new gym floor which they
designed as well as all new windows and roof we were able to obtain via ROD grants.
Scott Mihalick and the entire SSP staff are great people and respond quickly to
any concerns that may arise. Milford Public School District highly recommends SSP.
Feel free to call me to further discuss the fine work this excellent firm has done at
our school.

Sincerely,
Mr. Edward Stoloski
Superintendent

Barbara Sargent, Ed.D., Superintendent

Steffi-Jo DeCasas, Business Administrator/Board Secretary

bsargent@readington.k12.nj.us
sdecasas@readington.k12.nj.us

P.O. Box 807 52 Readington Road Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 (908)-534-2195 (908) 534-9551 fax
www.readington.k12.nj.us

May 7, 2015

To Whom It May Concern,

I am pleased to provide this letter of reference for S.S.P. Architects.

Our district has been working with S.S.P. since 2007. The firm has
successfully guided us through numerous construction projects which included
several roof replacements, HVAC and boiler replacements, repaving projects,
classroom renovations for Kindergarten classes and window replacements. This
summer they will be working with us on projects that include the installation
of security cameras and wireless access points at all four schools and the
renovation of science classrooms in our middle school. The estimates
provided by S.S.P. have enabled us to complete projects with sufficient
funding in place. They have worked closely with both myself, the
superintendent and our facilities manager developing project plans,
conducting our construction meetings and oversight during the construction of
our projects. They have a thorough knowledge of state ROD grant requirements
and have assisted us with updating our long range facilities plans.
We have been very pleased with S.S.P.s presentations at board meetings and
their interactions with us throughout all phases of construction. The firms
representatives address questions from board members, administration and the
public in a concise, knowledgeable and professional manner. They have often
worked successfully with tight deadlines and are very accessible for
consultations.
The Readington School District has continued to use the services of S.S.P.
due to their reliability and the quality of their work and we look forward to
working with them on future projects.

Sincerely,

Steffi-Jo De Casas
Business Administrator/Board Secretary

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CHRIS CHRISTIE
Governor
KIM GUADAGNO
Lt. Governor

DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY

DIVISION OF REVENUE & ENTERPRISE SERVICES
P.O. BOX 026
TRENTON, NJ 08625-034
PHONE: 609-292-2146 FAX: 609-984-6679

ANDREW P. SIDAMON-ERISTOFF
State Treasurer

APPROVED
under the
Small Business Set-Aside Act and Minority and Women Certification Program

This certificate acknowledges The SSP ARCHITECTURAL GROUP INC as a Category 2

approved Small Business Enterprise that has met the criteria established by N.J.A.C. 17:13 and/or
17:14.1
This registration will remain in effect for three years. Annually the business must submit, not more
than 20 days prior to the anniversary of the registration notice, an annual verification statement in
which it shall attest that there is no change in the ownership, revenue eligibility or control of that
business.
If the business fails to submit the annual verification statement by the anniversary date, the
registration will lapse and the business will be removed from the SAVI that lists registered small
businesses. If the business seeks to be registered again, it will have to reapply and pay the $100
application fee. In this case, a new application must be submitted prior the expiration date of this
registration.

Andrew Pantelides
Assistant Director

Issued: 5/29/2015
Certification Number: A0029-10

Expiration: 5/29/2018

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