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Fire Station 1, located at 177 Highway #20 West in Fonthill, requires replacement as it is undersized for its intended use, and requires significant capital investment for facility repairs. The existing property is 0.56 ha in size, and has a Niagara Region owned EMS facility and water tower behind it to the north. The current location of Fire Station 1 has been determined as being the prime location, and therefore the new facility is to be constructed in the same location. Given that Fire Station 1 is the only station that serves Fonthill, it is to remain operational during construction.

The purpose of this assignment is to undertake a Schematic Design Study for the reconstruction of Fire Station 1, complete with a concept design including site plan and floor plan, and a Class ‘D’ cost estimate for the construction of the facility. The concept design should consider all accessibility standards, regulations, staff accommodations, and equipment accommodations. Interviews with Fire & Protection Services and Public Works to take place early in the study to ensure the successful proponent has a healthy understanding of the requirements of the project.

The Schematic Design Study assignment is scheduled to be completed in Q3 of 2023. The Town anticipates detailed design to take place in 2024, and construction to take place in 2025, pending budget approval