# Los Angeles County Advances Medical Center Replacement

Los Angeles County has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art Clinic Building at Harbor–UCLA Medical Center as part of its comprehensive $1.8 billion medical center replacement program. This milestone consolidates multiple specialty and primary care services into a modern facility designed to serve over 300,000 patients annually, enhancing healthcare access and quality for the South Bay and greater Los Angeles communities. The ongoing program includes 30 distinct projects focused on sustainability, workforce development, and economic growth, with construction expected to complete in 2028.

- The $1.8 billion replacement program represents a significant procurement and construction effort involving multiple specialty healthcare services and infrastructure upgrades.
- Procurement professionals should note the scale and phased nature of this program, which may present opportunities for contractors specializing in healthcare facility construction, medical equipment, and related services.
- Emphasis on sustainability and workforce development indicates potential requirements for green building practices and local labor engagement.
- Stakeholders should consider the long-term operational impacts as the new facility integrates advanced diagnostics and specialty care under one roof, influencing future healthcare service contracts and partnerships.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Healthcare, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 09, 2026

### Government Entities
- Los Angeles County
- LA Health Services
- Los Angeles County Public Works
- Harbor–UCLA Medical Center

### Key Quotes
> This new Clinic Building strengthens that promise. By bringing our advanced diagnostics, specialty services, and primary care into one unified space, we’re elevating how care is delivered for every patient — from high-risk moms to children with complex medical needs to adults managing chronic conditions.
> — Christina Ghaly, Director, LA Health Services

> The South Bay is growing fast, and its 3 million residents deserve world-class, modern healthcare.
> — Holly J. Mitchell, Second District Supervisor, Los Angeles County

> Partnering with LA Health Services on this historic project allows us to deliver on our core mission.
> — Mark Pestrella, Director, Los Angeles County Public Works

### Sources
- [LA County Marks Major Milestone in Safety‑Net Healthcare – COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES](https://lacounty.gov/2026/09/09/la-county-marks-major-milestone-in-safety-net-healthcare/) - CA