New Quincy Courthouse Project

The Judicial Council of California is undertaking the construction of a new 23,000-square-foot, single-story courthouse in Quincy, Plumas County, to replace the existing Superior Court operations located at 520 Main Street. The facility will be situated on three contiguous parcels at 253, 287, and 293 Lawrence Street and will include two courtrooms, a multipurpose room, public lobby with security screening, chambers, clerk’s office, family court services, self-help area, jury services, sheriff’s office, a central in-custody holding area, secured loading zone with sallyport, and administrative and IT support spaces. The project also encompasses site improvements such as new surface parking lots, drive aisles, and rerouted utility connections. Construction is scheduled to begin in December 2029 with completion targeted for January 2032. The design and construction must adhere to the 2023 Judicial Council of California Trial Court Facility Standards, CEQA environmental review requirements, and Fish and Game Code provisions related to endangered species and streambed alterations. All inspections and acceptances occur onsite and are governed by CEQA guidelines, CDFW survey protocols, and the Manual of California Vegetation. The project has undergone environmental review with a public comment period running from October 16 through November 17, 2025, and includes mandatory consultation with Native American tribes under Public Resources Code §21082.3, with tribal cultural information handled confidentially unless disclosure consent is granted. The lead agency is the Judicial Council of California, with primary project management and environmental compliance oversight provided by staff based in Sacramento. There is no publicly disclosed contract value, and the procurement is currently in the planning and environmental review phase, with no solicitation number issued and no formal contract type or award methodology identified. Technical specifications for packaging, marking, preservation, or invoicing are not applicable as this is a state-led infrastructure project governed by California environmental and construction regulations rather than federal procurement clauses. The project reflects a long-term commitment to modernizing court facilities, enhancing public access, improving security, and ensuring compliance with state environmental and cultural preservation laws.