Denver International Airport has grown from  serving 33.1 million passengers a year to more than 69 million since its opening in 1995. As a result, it has outgrown many of its existing facilities, including the central utility plant (CUP), which is key to everything from baggage claim systems to food and concessions.

As the airport continues to undergo a large expansion, it was critical that the CUP improvements and upgrades take place concurrently to avoid disrupting airport operations. As the CUP upgrades kicked off, the team found corroded pipes that needed to be replaced as well as several other items affecting the overall design and budget. The team came together to implement changes to the design while remaining in alignment with the budget and scope.