Modernization Program Office
The Modernization Program Office is responsible for the modernization of the Main Interior Building. As of October 2012, Wings 2 – 6 of the MIB have been fully modernized; the improvements to each wing include:
- Upgrade fire alarm and sprinkler systems
- Increased energy efficiency
- New fire rated stairwells and building egress routes
- New office heating and air conditioning systems with individual controls
- Renovated restrooms
- Kitchenettes
- Painting, new carpeting and cosmetic repairs
- New pavers on MIB roof and installation of a green roof
- Enhanced landscaping
- New security guard stations and bollards at each parking garage ramp
- Pointing (repairing of all mortar joints on exterior of MIB)
- Exterior waterproofing
Additionally, new areas or amenities were in scope during the MIB modernization including:
- Bison Bistro cafeteria and the Watering Hole
- Child Care Center
- Showers (basement of MIB)
- Employee Courtyard (adjacent to Bison Bistro)
- Security Command Center (opening in 2013)
Compliance with Life Safety, Americans with Disabilities, and Fire Codes
- Modernized space compliant with applicable codes
- New code compliant toilet rooms including handicapped fixtures
- Enhanced alarm systems for hearing impaired or blind employees
Environmental Efforts of Modernization
- All appliances are Energy Star rated
- Fluorescent lighting switched using two energy levels
- Occupant controlled heating and cooling
- Recycled carpet tiles
- Reuse of window blinds
- Forest stewardship-certified wood used in windows and trim
- Low volatile organic chemical paint
- Low flush toilets 1.6 gal
- Restroom partitions 100% recycled content
- Restroom tiles manufactured in sustainable plant
- Local products (within 500 miles) purchased when possible
- New furniture - sustainable standards
We are in close contact with GSA as they are attempting to secure funding to complete the modernization of the facility which would include Wing 1, child care center playground, the Library and the Sidney Yates auditorium.
Contact Information:
You may contact our service desk at (202) 208-2222 or an individual listed below:
- Paul Donnelly (Modernization Program Manager)
- Paul_Donnelly@nbc.gov
- (202) 208-0728