Federal Build-to-Suit Development Combining Security and Sustainability
General Capital developed a 50,000-square-foot build-to-suit office facility for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) following a competitive federal selection process. The project addressed the agency's need to relocate approximately 45 employees from its undersized Downtown Milwaukee offices into a modern field and administrative facility. Designed around stringent federal security requirements, the building includes secure indoor parking for 44 vehicles, flexible office layouts, and adaptable building systems to accommodate evolving operational needs.
The development balanced advanced security features with sustainable design principles focused on energy efficiency, natural daylighting, and indoor air quality. LEED design guidelines informed the building's environmental performance while supporting employee comfort and productivity. Durable precast concrete, brick, and concrete lintels establish a strong architectural presence, complemented by a prominent entrance featuring composite metal panels and a glass curtain wall. The completed facility demonstrates General Capital's ability to deliver specialized federal workplaces that integrate security, sustainability, and long-term functionality.
Key Themes
- Federal build-to-suit development addressing specialized DEA operational requirements.
- Advanced security integration balancing federal standards with workplace functionality.
- Sustainable building design emphasizing energy efficiency, daylighting, and indoor air quality.
- Flexible workplace planning accommodating evolving technology and agency operations.
- Durable civic architecture combining precast concrete, brick, and glass.
Results
- 50,000 SF federal office facility delivered through competitive selection.
- 45 DEA employees accommodated within the purpose-built facility.
- 44 secure indoor parking spaces integrated into the building.
- LEED-guided design incorporating energy efficiency and natural daylighting.
- Modern field and administrative offices replacing undersized downtown facilities.