FBI Boston Field Office, Secured Facility

Sustainable, Secure, and Modern Government Workplace

This new facility is intended to represent a synergistic approach to work, environment, and lifestyle while capturing intelligence and strength. The building houses typical office and service functions, as well as specialized functions specific to the federal government. The facility serves the New England region for federal law enforcement needs with eight levels of workplace, secured office environment, and evidence storage and is part of a broader urban renewal initiative along the new Silver Line and Mass Transit Corridor serving the communities north of Boston.

Commissioning

The building’s robust mechanical and electrical systems not only provide cutting edge resources for the agency, but also will remain functional during crisis situations. Commissioning was undertaken to verify that the building was designed and constructed to meet the owner’s expectations and achieved the required levels functionality and efficiency. While impacts to the owner were minimized during the transition to occupancy, the process also documented expectations, design basis, and system installation/performance, providing a baseline reference to assist staff in maintaining optimal performance of equipment and systems.