Emergency Operations Center Construction Contract
Summary
Durham is locking in a $38.9 million construction contract for its new Emergency Operations Center — with the project budget cut by $5.7 million from the original $55 million estimate. Construction-related contracts for testing and design services also advanced.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Project budget reduced by $5,656,912 to $49,499,403; construction capped at $38,913,235.
County residents gain stronger emergency response capabilities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners — November 2, 2026
Durham is locking in a $38.9 million construction contract for its new Emergency Operations Center — with the project budget cut by $5.7 million from the original $55 million estimate. Construction-related contracts for testing and design services also advanced.
Board of County Commissioners — September 14, 2026
The board approved nearly $49 million in funding and a $45.4 million construction contract with Bordeaux Construction to build the new Durham County Emergency Operations Center.
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