Project Overview
Considered the first phase of the New Performing Arts Complex project, the Wilshire Chiller Plant will be relocated adjacent to its original location to accommodate the future construction of the New Performing Arts Complex in its original building footprint. The facilities deliver temperature control to the buildings in its vicinity, including the Wilshire Center. The new facility will provide the same service to the current buildings in addition to the new Performing Arts Complex. The relocation of the infrastructure will be carried in coordination with the local utility, Southern California Edison (SCE).
Status: Construction
Project Costs: Measure J=$13,645,248
Architect of Record: Pfeiffer Partners Architects, Inc.
General Contractor: Plumbing, Piping, Construction, Inc.
Project Manager: Aaron Choi
Program Management: MAAS Companies
Construction Start: May 2024
Anticipated Completion: August 2025
Wilshire Chiller Plant - Project Site
Construction Progress Pictures
Upcoming Milestones
- Demolition Activities
- Site Utilities
- Relocation of Electrical Lighting Control Panel
Impacts and Closures
- Working is scheduled Monday - Friday From 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Expect some noise during construction
Emergency Contact
- Nick Lopez: (714) 209-2386
Q4 2024 Project Update
Wilshire Chiller Plant Relocation
Negotiations for the cost of relocating existing utilities have concluded with PPC and subcontractors JSB, KDC, and VectorUSA, among others. The final cost for the relocation of unforeseen utilities was presented as Change Order No. 1 to the Board of Trustees on November 12 and approved.
Construction activities pertaining to Change Order No. 1 began on November 18, starting with the revised fencing and demolition for unforeseen underground conditions. Crews are anticipated to begin excavation of trenches in the coming weeks.