Opportunity
Dubuque Civicplus #RFQ Fire Headquarters Bunkroom and Bathroom Remodel
Architectural Services for Fire Headquarters Bunkroom and Bathroom Remodel (City of Dubuque)
Posted
February 27, 2026
Respond By
March 25, 2026
Identifier
RFQ Fire Headquarters Bunkroom and Bathroom Remodel
NAICS
541310
This opportunity involves professional architectural and design services for the City of Dubuque Fire Headquarters bunkroom and bathroom remodel: - Government Buyer: - City of Dubuque Engineering Department (in coordination with the Fire Department) - Scope of Work: - Preparation of construction drawings, specifications, and bidding documents for the remodel - Conversion of two open bunkroom spaces into up to 12 individual sleeping quarters - Each sleeping quarter to include individual electrical and technology infrastructure - Designed for quiet and rest for firefighter paramedic staff on 24-hour shifts - Reconfiguration of existing male and female bathrooms into four unisex, lockable bathroom/shower rooms - Coordination with existing HVAC and station alerting system vendors (integration required) - Cost estimating, value analysis, bidding phase support, and optional construction administration services - Unique Requirements: - Project must be completed within 60 days of contract award for design and documentation - Work will occur in an actively occupied fire station, requiring careful phasing and minimal disruption - Adherence to local and national building codes - Coordination with separately managed HVAC and alerting system upgrades - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are named for the design services; however, integration with existing HVAC and alerting systems is required - Place of Performance: - Fire Headquarters, 11 W. 9th Street, Dubuque, Iowa
Description
The City of Dubuque is seeking a qualified firm to provide construction drawings, specifications, and bidding documents to remodel the Fire Headquarters bunk rooms and bathrooms. The project involves converting two open concept bunkroom spaces into up to 12 individual sleeping quarters with individual electric and technology needs, designed for quiet and rest for firefighter paramedic staff working 24-hour shifts. Additionally, the project will modify existing male and female bathroom/shower spaces into four unisex bathroom/shower spaces. The selected firm must coordinate closely with existing HVAC and station alerting system projects and complete the work within 60 days of award.