575 Forbes Boulevard
Empowering Tomorrow's Innovations with Pioneering Infrastructure
575 Forbes Boulevard is a groundbreaking laboratory building, meticulously designed by leading scientists and engineers to set a new standard in the industry. This state-of-the-art facility integrates AI supercomputing, cGMP manufacturing, and high throughput R&D capabilities under one roof, making it the most advanced laboratory available for lease in the United States.
SYSTEMS:
Fully redundant HVAC & Electric System
TOTAL SPACE:
360,000 RSF
AVAILABILITY:
TI Ready 4Q2026
CEILING HEIGHTS:
16’-17’ typical
STORIES:
8
PARKING:
473 spaces
CERTIFICATION:
Targeting L.E.E.D. Gold
CAPABILITIES:
cGMP, Vivarium, Heavy Chemistry, High Throughput Biology, and AI Supercomputing Cluster
ELEVATORS:
Five passenger and three service elevators
Innovative Design and Features
Unparalleled HVAC Capabilities: Beyond Market Standards
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The HVAC system meets the rigorous demands of commercial-scale cGMP production sites, ensuring optimal environmental control, reliability, and operational excellence.
Enhanced Electrical Capacity: Powering the Future of Science
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The building enables 100% generator coverage of all laboratory equipment. Additionally, UPS systems support a dedicated on-premises supercomputing cluster, cGMP manufacturing, and other critical use cases. This infrastructure provides a level of reliability and readiness unmatched by any other facility.
Pharma Grade Floor Loads and Adaptable Vibration Tolerances
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Enhanced load locations are isolated for the highest stiffness tolerances, ensuring precise and stable operations for sensitive equipment. Other parts of the building can be similarly enhanced via access to subfloor bracing, ensuring long-term adaptability and flexibility.
Intentional Curtainwall & Beam Design: Optimal Integration
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Unlike other buildings where architectural details often lead to issues and inelegance, this design ensures seamless connections and optimal flexibility in divisibility of floorplates.
Revolutionary Building Geometry: Redefining Industry Standards
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However, through advanced design and optimized building circulation, we achieved greater density than comparable buildings with 10.5' bay spacing. This 11.5' wide bay design, which we believe sets a new industry standard, allows for larger equipment and alternative uses like pilot-scale manufacturing or labs with heavy robotics automation. This approach not only sets a new benchmark for laboratory infrastructure but also leads to better and more enjoyable environments for scientists, better utilization for organizations, and more functional workflows.
Resiliency, Reliability, and Maintainability
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With three independent freight elevators, the building supports multiple setup types, allowing for dedicated functions (vivarium, cGMP, chemistry, biology, waste, etc.) or as a whole building process workflow (material in dirty, material out clean, waste). This design ensures efficient material handling and enhances operational workflows.
Superior Freight System
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The building features unique, best-in-class solutions for mechanical penthouses and rooftop equipment, surpassing industry standards and enhancing operational efficiency. The mechanical and electrical systems are designed for redundancy and ease of maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted operations for critical functions such as AI supercomputing, cGMP manufacturing, and other high-stakes applications. The robust infrastructure supports long-term adaptability and scalability, meeting the evolving needs of cutting-edge research and development. This ensures that 575 Forbes Boulevard remains a reliable and best-in-class facility, capable of supporting the most demanding scientific endeavors.
Mechanical Penthouse
575 Forbes Boulevard features a state-of-the-art, two-story mechanical penthouse, typically reserved for big pharma facilities. This penthouse offers capabilities far exceeding market standards, with built-in redundancy for continuous operations even during maintenance. The advanced design optimizes space, enhances environmental control, and allows for future scalability and upgrades, ensuring the facility remains at the forefront of life science innovation.
1 SUPPLY AIR HANDLER UNITS
2 SUPPLY AIR DUCT
3 cGMP SUPPLY AIR DUCT
4 cGMP SUPPLY AIR HANDLER UNITS
5 EXHAUST DUCT
6 cGMP EXHAUST DUCTS
7 cGMP EXHAUST FANS
8 COOLING TOWERS
9 EXHAUST FANS
10 STEEL DUNNAGE PLATFORM
Adaptable Floorplans Accommodate Wide-Ranging Applications
TYPICAL BIOLOGY LAB LEVEL
TYPICAL CHEMISTRY LEVEL
TYPICAL BIOREACTOR / PILOT LEVEL
Sustainability and Future-Proofing
LEED GOLD TARGET
575 Forbes is designed with sustainability at its core, targeting LEED Gold certification. Energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and water conservation measures ensure a minimal environmental footprint while maximizing operational efficiency.
BIOKILL AND PH NEUTRALIZATION WASTE SYSTEM
The building is equipped with a biokill and pH neutralization waste system, a feature not typically found in South San Francisco. This system enhances safety, simplifies laboratory management, and ensures better environmental compliance, supporting the highest standards of laboratory operation.
SCALABLE AND ADAPTABLE
Future-proof design allows for easy scalability and adaptation to new technologies and changing industry needs. Infrastructure supports advanced computing and AI, making it a long-term solution for cutting-edge research and development.
REDUNDANCY AND RESILIENCY
Special attention has been placed on redundancy and resiliency, ensuring that the building meets the highest standards. The design and engineering of 575 Forbes enable short-term and long-term maintenance without disrupting internal functions, making it a reliable and best-in-class facility.
Prime Location
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The Heart of Biotech: 575 Forbes Boulevard is situated in South San Francisco, renowned as the "Biotech Capital of the World." This location offers unparalleled access to a thriving ecosystem of leading pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and academic institutions. With unmatched capabilities, future-proof infrastructure, and a prime location, 575 Forbes is the premier choice for any enterprise or institution seeking best-in-class laboratory space.
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South San Francisco's proximity to one of the U.S.'s major airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO), enhances the logistical superiority of 575 Forbes Boulevard. The facility's location ensures efficient transportation of commercial products, central lab samples, and manufacturing materials. Easy access to major highways and public transportation options, including BART and Caltrain, further improves connectivity for employees and visitors. This logistical advantage is crucial for operations and facilities management, ensuring timely delivery and handling of sensitive materials.
Destination |
Distance |
Travel Time |
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| Ferry Port | 0.75 miles | 3 minutes |
| Caltrain | 1.5 miles | 5 minutes |
| SFO | 4.5 miles | 8 minutes |
| Financial District | 11.5 miles | 20 minutes |
| UCSF | 11.6 miles | 22 minutes |
| Stanford | 26.9 miles | 28 minutes |
| UC Berkeley | 21.7 miles | 30 minutes |
575 Forbes Boulevard represents the pinnacle of laboratory design and functionality.
With unmatched capabilities, future-proof infrastructure, and a prime location, it is the premier choice for leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies, startup biotech firms, material science organizations, academic institutions, and other enterprises seeking the best-in-class laboratory space.
