Fire Station One Renovation

The City of La Porte is issuing a sealed‑bid solicitation for the complete renovation of Fire Station One located at 125 S Third Street. The scope includes demolition of existing building components, structural steel and concrete work, installation of new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, fire‑life‑safety upgrades, and interior finishes. Contractors must field‑verify existing conditions, submit detailed shop drawings, and coordinate closely with the architect, structural engineer, and special inspectors. The project requires compliance with the 2024 International Building Code, ACI 318, AISC 360, and various ASTM specifications. A mandatory pre‑bid conference is scheduled for Oct 6, 2026 at City Hall Conference Room 106. Bids close on Oct 22, 2026. • Renovation of an existing municipal fire station (approx. 20,000‑30,000 sq ft). • Structural steel, concrete slab‑on‑grade, and roof‑deck work. • Full MEP demolition and new system installation (HVAC, electrical, fire alarm, communications). • Required special inspections for structural, fire‑life‑safety, and low‑voltage systems. • All subcontractors must be pre‑qualified and submit shop drawings for engineer review. • Pre‑bid conference (Oct 6) – attendance encouraged but not mandatory.