Fire Station No. 4 Replacement Project

The project involves the construction of a new Fire Station No. 4 in Palo Alto to replace the outdated 1953 structure located at 3600 Middlefield Road, which shares a parcel with the City of Palo Alto Utilities substation. The existing facility no longer meets the department’s operational needs and is being replaced with a modern, code-compliant, all-electric, LEED-certified building designed to serve as a resilient emergency response center capable of functioning effectively during major disasters such as earthquakes. The scope includes demolishing the existing station, safeguarding on-site fuel infrastructure during construction, and implementing new landscaping with green stormwater infrastructure that is C.3 certified. Additionally, the project encompasses public and staff parking, new sidewalks, driveways, and other site improvements to enhance accessibility and functionality. Prequalified general contractors eligible to bid on this project include Beals Martin and Associates, Gonsalves & Stronck Construction Company Inc., Sausal Corporation, Vance Brown Inc., and W.E. Lyons Construction Co. The contract, valued between five and fifteen million dollars, is managed by the California Public Works-Engineering Division and is scheduled for bidding with a response deadline of August 1, 2025. The project aims to deliver a resilient, sustainable, and fully operational fire station that aligns with current standards for emergency facilities, ensuring improved emergency response capabilities for the community. For further details and bidding information, interested parties can contact Nanette O’Brien at the provided email or phone number or visit the project portal online.