Beginning in February 2021, the City has been conducting upgrades and repairs at all of Medford’s fire stations. In July, we issued a Request for Qualifications to begin the process of design feasibility for a new or renovated Headquarters. Last week, contractors began a roof replacement project at Engine 6 on Ames St., which marks the latest in a series of ongoing renovations.

To date, work in progress or already completed includes:

  • An evaluation committee is currently reviewing responses to the RFQ for an Owners Project Manager (OPM) for Fire Headquarters. An OPM is expected to be hired in September.
  • Roof renovations at Engine 6 are currently underway. (Photos below)
  • Design for roof renovations at Engines 4 and 5 are nearly complete, and bids will be solicited in the coming weeks. We applied for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds for the Engine 4 roof renovation, while Engine 5 roof renovation will be funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
  • Structural analysis of the Engine 3 Apparatus Bay Floor is almost complete, and bids will be solicited in the coming weeks. We applied for CPA funds for this project.
  • Kitchen Renovations at Engines 2 & 5 have been contracted, and cabinetry has been ordered.
  • Replacement of light fixtures with LED light fixtures at Engines 2-5 are currently being scheduled.
  • Replacing electrical outlets at Engines 2-6.
  • Repairing or replacing overhead doors at Engines 2-6.
  • Installation of water re-circulator at Engine 6.
  • Repairing or replacing window shades.
  • We are in the early planning stages for a window replacement project at Engines 2-6.