Specifications include, but are not limited to: The purpose of this project is to first determine if remodel or rebuild best suites the Fire Department’s long-term strategic needs and design accordingly. It is expected this station will be approximately 25,000 sq/ft, two or 3 stories and provide for future growth. The selected firm will provide the design services in collaboration with the selected Construction Manager. The Construction Manager will be selected in late 2023. Interested firms, or groups of firms, should prepare a response that addresses the following information: Experience and availability of key personnel; Experience on similar projects involving: Benefits comparison of remodeling existing structure or tear down and rebuild 3 story, 2 above and one below grade fire station design Site development or redevelopment of parcel +/- approximately 1 acre; Responsiveness and application of best practices; Project Approach/Work Plan; Critical Issues and Approaches to Solutions; This fire station will be designated as Fire Station No. 1 and replace the existing and outdated Fire Station No. 1. Professional architectural and engineering design services for this project will include several design disciplines: civil, architectural, landscaping, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and others as required to develop the site and remodel or rebuild the facility. Design work will be performed in collaboration with the Construction Manager. It is the City’s intent for the construction to be underway from Spring 2025 through Spring 2026. The design firm is expected to work with the Construction Manger to develop scheduling and phasing of the project to efficiently and economically complete construction as soon as practical. The fire station design and construction must accommodate at least the following key items: • Target approximately 25,000 square foot, 3 story (one below grade) fire station. • Twenty-four hour living facilities for 15 personnel. • Office facilities for one (2) company officers, one (1) operations chief suite, and one (1) common/shared flex use space. • Housing for two fire apparatus, two ambulance, One response chief vehicle, and support apparatus (anticipated design for up to 4 bays approximately 70-75’ deep). • Classroom for training. • Wellness facility / area. • Large common area in basement to allow for multiple uses, including public sheltering. • Diesel exhaust filtration system. • Affordable, LEED-based principles, as well as Green initiatives (not seeking LEED certification). • Decontamination areas. • Security/access control and special systems compatible with existing facilities. • Integral workspace
