Site work and new construction of a mixed-use development in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Conceptual plans call for the construction of a 60,000-square-foot fire / police facility; for site work for a fire / police facility; and sidewalk / parking lot.

The results of the space needs study conducted in FY14 determined the current Police facility no longer meets the needs of the Department. This project would fund the design and construction of a new facility after a site selection study and conceptual design are complete. As of August 29, 2026, this project is still in the conceptual phase. It is included in the city's 2026-2032 Capital Improvement Plan. Further information regarding a design firm and timeline for construction has not yet been established. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: The City of Portsmouth seeks design alternatives to meet the program needs of the Portsmouth Police Department, which is presently housed in a 45,000 square foot portion of the Portsmouth City Municipal Complex. The current structure does not meet present program needs and requires significant improvements. The Portsmouth City Council is responsible for selecting the site of the new Community Policing Facility, and for funding construction. 07/7/22 End of question period for RFQ The current PD facility is located on several floors of the City Hall complex. The project consists of the planning and design of a new approximately 60,000 SF facility new Police Facility comprised of a PD Headquarters of approximately 49,500 SF, a Firing Range, and a PD Fleet Maintenance component of approximately 16,600 SF, and parking for PD staff, PD vehicles, and visitors. An RFQ pre-submittal conference will not be held. The City welcomes any questions regarding this solicitation. Questions should be addressed to Joseph Almeida, Facilities Manager, at jalmeida@cityofportsmouth.com A response in the form of an addendum will be made to all written questions received by July 7, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. The addendum will be posted on the City website by July 14, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.