Joint Utilities Laboratory Building Renovation & Expansion Project

The contract involves the construction of a new addition to an existing laboratory facility, aimed at expanding office and laboratory space to accommodate administrative staff and technicians. Key scope elements include site demolition, sidewalk improvements, and upgrades to accessible pathways. Utility modifications are a significant component, involving the relocation of existing site utilities such as laboratory gas supply tanks and piping to the north side of the mechanical room, along with the installation of new sanitary drainage piping to serve the expanded facility and a new unisex restroom. The electrical work encompasses coordination with the owner to establish temporary power solutions, including a temporary Motor Control Center (MCC), underground ductbank installation, and the addition of new circuit breakers, panelboards, and transformers within the existing electrical infrastructure. Architectural modifications include sealing and replacing the mechanical room door, as well as re-roofing and re-insulating parts of the existing building to support the expansion. The project, titled the Joint Utilities Laboratory Building Renovation & Expansion, is managed by the City of Redlands, California, with a contract value estimated between five and ten million dollars. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2025, with a response deadline of August 26, 2025. The NAICS code indicates a focus on architectural and engineering services (541310). The primary contact for the project is Goutam K., reachable via email or phone. This project emphasizes comprehensive site and utility upgrades, structural modifications, and electrical system enhancements to support the new laboratory addition, ensuring seamless integration with existing facilities and utilities.