UC Davis Health 48X

Healthcare
HVAC
Sacramento Valley

Project Overview

The four-story, 268,200 square-foot complex is a strategic response to the growing demand for ambulatory operating room capacity at the main hospital. Designed to accommodate a comprehensive surgical and clinical program, the facility will support 14 state-of-the-art operating rooms, 59 pre and post-operative recovery bays, 14 private extended-stay recovery rooms, 96 clinical exam rooms, and 19 clinical treatment rooms. Beyond clinical care, the building will feature welcoming public spaces, robust clinical and operational support areas including sterilization and pharmacy services, as well as dedicated imaging, physical therapy, and administrative zones to facilitate efficient workflows and enhance the patient and caregiver experience. This innovative complex reflects a forward-thinking approach to outpatient care delivery, prioritizing access, efficiency, and holistic support.

Mechanical Highlights

  • 290,000 CFM total providing supply and return air
  • Variable air volume supply, return, and exhaust systems
  • Chilled and heating water connections to the existing campus system
  • Integrated ceiling system for the surgical suites
Owner
University of California, Davis
Health System
General Contractor
DPR Construction
Architect
SmithGroup Companies, Inc.
Mechanical Engineer
Frank M. Booth, Inc.
Year Complete
2025
Size
268,200 SF
Contract Type
Design-Build
Certifications
N/A

At A Glance

The four-story, 268,200 SF complex expands ambulatory surgical capacity with 14 operating rooms, 59 recovery bays, and 96 exam rooms. FMB delivered 290,000 CFM across five rooftop AHUs, a VAV system, campus chilled/heating water connections, and integrated ceilings for the surgical suites.

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