BKF Engineers partnered with Gensler and Syska Hennessy to provide comprehensive civil engineering and land surveying services for the redevelopment of 2215 Martin Avenue in Santa Clara. The project involved demolishing an existing building and constructing a new three-story, 87,000-square-foot data center designed to support high-performance computing operations.
BKF began with topographic, ALTA, and boundary surveys, along with existing condition assessments to support entitlement documentation and site planning. The team prepared schematic design and entitlement packages, followed by full design development and construction documentation tailored to the facility’s operational needs.
Site redevelopment included the design and construction of key infrastructure such as a loading dock, equipment yard housing six diesel generators, fire lane, and parking areas. BKF engineered and coordinated essential utilities—including water, fire protection, sanitary sewer, and storm drain systems—to meet the demands of a mission-critical facility.
To ensure environmental compliance, BKF developed a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and provided erosion control design. During construction, the team supported field execution through site visits, submittal reviews, RFI responses, and Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) services.
BKF collaborated closely with the City of Santa Clara, the Santa Clara Fire Department, Silicon Valley Power, and the State Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) to secure all necessary approvals. In addition, the team designed and coordinated off-site public infrastructure improvements adjacent to the project site, ensuring seamless integration with existing city systems. This effort involved extensive coordination across multiple agencies to develop a unified approach that met the diverse requirements of each stakeholder.
This project showcases BKF’s expertise in delivering technically complex, utility-intensive infrastructure for mission-critical data center environments, with a focus on precision, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
