Proposed Costa Mesa Fire Station No. 2 Replacement

The City of Costa Mesa is soliciting bids for Project 25-15, the replacement of Fire Station No. 2 located at 800 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, California. The project involves the demolition of an existing 6,800 square foot fire station and the construction of a new 9,000 square foot facility on a 0.8-acre site. The new building will feature dormitories, offices, an apparatus bay, and support spaces, complemented by site work including new equipment pads for a generator and fuel tank, parking lots, security gates, and underground utilities. Geotechnical requirements specify the overexcavation and recompaction of undocumented fill soils. The contract is administered by the City of Costa Mesa with a response deadline of August 26, 2026, via the PlanetBids portal. While a formal contract type is not explicitly stated, the structure utilizes lump sum pricing and a total allowance estimate of 600,000 dollars. Key requirements include the provision of a qualified English-speaking Superintendent and lead foreman for the duration of the project. The contractor must adhere to strict safety protocols, including 100 percent tie-off and OSHA-compliant hazardous materials storage, and follow LEED sustainability and SMACNA indoor air quality guidelines. Product substitutions must be submitted within 35 days of the contract award, and final acceptance is granted by the Owner upon approval from the Architect or Engineer.