Case Study: Bedford Elementary School Relocation
Location & Timeline:
- Baltimore County, MD
- June 17-20: Removal of contents to on-site storage trailers
- August 12: Delivery and setup into newly completed school
Project Overview:
Hoffberger Moving Services (HMS) supported Baltimore County Public Schools with the relocation of Bedford Elementary School as part of a summer construction and transition project.
The project required a coordinated two-stage move, including temporary relocation of classroom contents to on-site trailers followed by reinstallation into the newly completed school ahead of the academic year.
This type of project required careful timing to ensure all materials were safely stored, tracked, and efficiently returned for a smooth school opening.
Scope of Work:
HMS provided comprehensive moving and logistics support, including:
- Removal of teacher-packed classroom contents, book rooms, and select furniture to BCPS storage trailers
- Packing and relocation of library materials onto book carts
- Placement of approximately 200 pallets of new furniture and equipment into the new school
- Return and installation of stored items from trailers into the completed facility
- Two days of post-move support for box removal, trash handling, and final adjustments
All services included professional supervision, trained movers and installers, and specialized equipment to ensure safe handling of school materials.
Execution & Strategy:
HMS executed a structured, two-phase approach aligned with the school construction schedule:
Phase 1: Summer Storage Transition
- Coordinated removal of classroom contents to on-site BCPS trailers
- Organized loading strategy to ensure efficient retrieval and reinstallation
- Deployment of crews including:
- 1 project manager
- 2 supervisors
- 8 movers and 2 packers
BCPS Bedford Elementary School
Phase 2: New School Setup
- Pre-delivery and placement of new furniture and equipment (200 pallets)
- Coordinated move-in of stored materials into designated classrooms and spaces
- Final placement aligned with school layout and operational needs
Throughout both phases, HMS ensured clear coordination with school staff and maintained flexibility to align with construction completion timelines.
Outcome:
- Seamless transition between temporary storage and final installation
- Efficient placement of both existing materials and new equipment
- Minimal disruption to school operations and readiness timeline
- Clean, organized setup enabling staff to prepare classrooms quickly
- Successful delivery of a fully operational learning environment ahead of the new school year
This project highlights HMS’s ability to support K-12 school relocations tied to construction schedules, ensuring materials are protected, organized, and ready for immediate use upon re-entry.