Opportunity
Fontana Planet bids #HD-26-181-SP
Architectural and Engineering Services for Hotel-to-Transitional Housing Conversion in Fontana
Posted
June 15, 2026
Respond By
July 16, 2026
Identifier
HD-26-181-SP
NAICS
541310, 236220
The City of Fontana is seeking qualified architectural and engineering firms to support the conversion of the Fontana Motor Lodge into transitional housing. - Government Buyer: - City of Fontana, Purchasing Office - Scope of Work: - Professional architectural design and engineering services for the renovation and conversion of an existing hotel into approximately 62 studio-style, all-electric apartment units - Interior upgrades: new kitchenettes, lighting, doors, finishes, and plumbing - Building infrastructure improvements: HVAC evaluation, hot water systems - Life safety and code compliance: window and stair egress, fire safety, accessibility (ADA and 2025 California Code of Regulations) - Exterior repairs: painting, balcony repairs - Site improvements: trash enclosure, accessible parking, security gate, drainage - Preparation of construction drawings, bid specifications, cost estimates, and construction support - Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in hotel conversion or transitional facility projects - Consideration of both construction and long-term operational costs - CASp accessibility review required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated contract value: $100,000 - Project duration: 34 days, or until project completion
Description
The City of Fontana is soliciting proposals from qualified architectural firms to provide professional design and engineering services for the renovation and conversion of an existing hotel into transitional housing. The project involves approximately 62 studio-style all-electric apartment units and includes interior upgrades, accessibility improvements, life-safety enhancements, and exterior site improvements. The consultant will prepare construction drawings, bid specifications, cost estimates, and provide construction support. The project is located at 16390 Foothill Blvd, Fontana, CA 92335, with an estimated value of $100,000 and a duration of 34 days.