Source: United States General Services Administration
June 6, 2023
BOSTON – The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has awarded a contract for architectural and engineering services for the Land Port of Entry at Houlton, Maine.
Funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, GSA awarded the $672,181 contract to Marvel, which will provide pre-design, concept, design development, construction documentation and construction procurement services.
The overall $20-30 million project aims to repair and upgrade the existing building systems and site systems including the building’s roofs, windows, and exterior wall panels. Additional repairs include elevators, mechanical systems, plumbing systems and fire alarm upgrades.
GSA’s goals for the Houlton port include providing a long-lasting and durable port which is sustainable and climate resilient, with low maintenance and operating costs. The modernized port will also be highly functional and technologically efficient.
When completed, the port of entry project will help improve public and officer safety, and provide for the long-term, safe and efficient flow of current and projected traffic volumes.
“We are excited for the opportunity to begin the process to improve this facility, and the economic opportunities this project will bring to the region,” said GSA’s Region 1 Public Buildings Service Regional Commissioner Glenn C. Rotondo. “Houlton, as well as the four port projects along the Maine border, will enable our federal inspection agency partners to better serve travelers entering Maine and the region.”
About GSA:
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