Industries Served

The Buildings
California Depends On

CDS specializes in the facility types where doors matter most — schools, hospitals, government buildings, retail centers, and critical infrastructure across the state.

Education
200+
Education Projects

01 / Education

Education

K–12, Community Colleges & Universities

California schools and universities face some of the most rigorous door requirements in the country. CDS has deep experience with DSA (Division of the State Architect) compliance, supplying and installing door assemblies that meet the strict safety, accessibility, and security standards required for public education facilities.

Key Requirements We Address

DSA-compliant door assemblies
ADA accessibility on every opening
Fire-rated corridor and stairwell doors
Classroom security lockdown hardware
Vandal-resistant finishes and hardware
Phased installation around school calendars

Typical Products

Hollow Metal DoorsFire Rated DoorsPanic HardwareClassroom Locksets
Health Services
80+
Healthcare Projects

02 / Health Services

Health Services

Hospitals, Clinics & Medical Offices

Healthcare facilities demand door systems that balance infection control, patient privacy, fire safety, and high-traffic durability. CDS supplies and installs door assemblies for active hospitals, outpatient clinics, and medical office buildings — with the experience to work in occupied facilities without disrupting operations.

Key Requirements We Address

OSHPD/HCAI compliant assemblies
Ligature-resistant hardware options
Antimicrobial and easy-clean finishes
Electrified hardware for access control
Fire-rated assemblies per NFPA 80
Phased installation in occupied facilities

Typical Products

Hollow Metal DoorsFire Rated DoorsAccess Control HardwareAcoustic Doors
Government
Since 2010
Government Projects

03 / Government

Government

Municipal, County, State & Federal

Government projects require contractors who understand prevailing wage requirements, public bid processes, and the elevated security and durability standards of civic facilities. CDS has completed projects for cities, counties, and state agencies throughout California — from courthouses to correctional facilities.

Key Requirements We Address

Prevailing wage compliant
Public bid and certified payroll experience
High-security hardware and frames
Blast-resistant assemblies for federal work
Long-term durability for high-traffic use
Compliance with GSA and CBC requirements

Typical Products

Hollow Metal DoorsHeavy-Duty FramesHigh-Security HardwareFire Rated Doors
Public Works
60+
Public Works Projects

04 / Public Works

Public Works

Utilities, Transit, Ports & Infrastructure

Public works and infrastructure facilities require heavy-duty door systems built to withstand industrial use, harsh environments, and strict security requirements. CDS supplies and installs door assemblies for water treatment plants, transit facilities, ports, and utility operations throughout California.

Key Requirements We Address

Heavy-gauge steel for industrial environments
Corrosion-resistant finishes for coastal sites
High-security hardware for critical infrastructure
Compliance with agency-specific standards
Prevailing wage and certified payroll
Coordination with general and specialty contractors

Typical Products

Heavy-Duty Hollow MetalFiberglass DoorsIndustrial HardwareWelded Steel Frames

Why CDS

One Vendor.
Every Industry.

Code Expertise

We know the code requirements for every facility type — DSA, OSHPD/HCAI, NFPA 80, CBC, ADA, and GSA. You don't have to chase compliance; we build it in from the start.

California Licensed

C-28 licensed contractor with prevailing wage capability. We're qualified to work on public projects, school bonds, and state-funded construction throughout California.

Statewide Reach

Based in Southern California with the logistics and crews to deliver and install on projects anywhere in the state — from San Diego to Sacramento.

Working on a California Project?

Tell us your facility type, opening count, and timeline — we'll put together the right door package for your project.