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The Challenge

The County of Santa Clara faced a critical need to consolidate disparate business lines and expand service offerings near its main healthcare campus in San Jose. To serve the public effectively, they required a large-scale, accessible facility (230,000 SF) but sought to avoid the operational risks and capital intensity of self-managing a ground-up construction project.

Strategic Approach

HealthMed Realty executed a comprehensive development advisory and tenant representation strategy:

  • Site Selection: We identified a high-potential development site directly adjacent to a VTA light rail stop, ensuring maximum accessibility for staff and patients.

  • Developer Partnership: We selected a prominent third-party healthcare developer to handle the entitlement and construction, shifting risk away from the County.

  • Deal Structure: We negotiated a build-to-suit lease that delivered a custom, ground-up facility while allowing the County to occupy the property as a tenant rather than an owner-developer.

Value Delivered

  • Below-Market Economics: Negotiated lease terms significantly below market rates, securing long-term fiscal efficiency for the public health system.
  • Turnkey Delivery: Managed the third-party delivery of the core, shell, and complex interior improvements.
  • Community Impact: Delivered a landmark asset on the Bascom corridor that anchors the County’s service expansion.

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