Fire Station #21 Replacement
Project Summary and Scope
Fire Station #21 is currently located at 2505 Richmond Highway. The existing structure faces substantial flooding issues and is unable to support the recent changes and upgrades to operational standards and requirements. The new station is projected to be 19,500 sf with a three-story structure due to severe site constraints.
This project has been deemed to be a public safety priority due to the existing facility’s inability to house the required staff and equipment targeted for a December 2024 opening for full operations. The project will entail the demolition of the existing station, the construction of a new state of the art fire station and upgrades to adjacent public alley as emergency access and egress.
The project will include 3 bays for fire equipment to accommodate the additional company that will be added. In addition to the normal station amenities, such as a dayroom, kitchen and fitness room, it will include individual sleeping quarters, deco room and private restrooms/shower facilities. Also included will be a community room for planned community activities and meetings.
Project Milestones
The project delivery method is Construction Manager at Risk. Contract was awarded to Gilbane Buidling Co. Demolition of existing structure completed. Foundation construction has started. Masonry wall construction ongoing and utility rough-ins are installed. Steel erection has started.
Project Funding
CIP FY’24 allocation of $15M and FY"25 allocation $1,392,743
Project Status Updates
A contract was awarded to Gilbane Building Co. for $698,839 to develop GMP. Construction has started and site work is ongoing. Foundations are being installed and masonry walls are being erected. Utility reough-ins installed and steel erection has started.
Permit, information is listed below. For details, please call the Department of Planning Development and Review at 804-646-4169.
Permits issued for existing Fire Station #21.
Demo permit - BLDC-129255-2024
Construction of building foundation BLDC- 134842-2024
Installation of all mechanical equipment MECC- 133337-2024
Expenses (costs are reported quarterly)
January 2024 actual and encumbered expenditures to date: $780,786.34- encumbered-$12,152,682
Expenditures to date - $
Project Contact Information, if you have questions about this project please contact this individual.
For information about the details of any project first contact the public information office for the department running the project. For most projects the following people can help:
- Department of General Services: Lynne Lancaster – lynne.lancaster@rva.gov (804) 646-6006
Project Overall Status (Active, Pending or Complete)
Active
Ordinance Information
Not applicable at this time.
Contract Information
RRMM was contracted to develop a space needs assessment and concept design study. RRMM is completing the design package for bid.
