The U.S. Coast Guard announced a major contract award to The Haskell Company of Jacksonville, Florida, for the comprehensive rebuild of its station facilities.[1] Valued at $200 million, the design-build agreement represents the largest single task order in the agency's military construction program.[2]
Project Scope and Timeline
The project encompasses more than 120,000 square feet of new operational, support, and waterfront facilities, including unaccompanied personnel housing, mission support spaces, a joint operations center with Customs and Border Protection integration, and rebuilt docks.[1] Preliminary design and environmental assessments are underway immediately, with full completion targeted for summer 2028. This accelerated timeline compresses traditional planning from 18 months to 45 days.[2]
“The courageous team of Station South Padre Island showed resilience and determination,” said Admiral Kevin Lunday, acting Commandant of the Coast Guard. “The day after fire severely damaged facilities at Station South Padre Island, this crew was back on patrol, successfully interdicting illicit activity in one of our most complex operating environments. This project will provide Station South Padre Island with modern facilities and empower them to continue operations to control, secure, and defend our southern border.”[1]
The Haskell Company, a leader in design-build delivery, will handle environmental surveys, site development, utilities, and outfitting.[3] This award underscores Haskell's expertise in large-scale federal projects, positioning the firm favorably for future opportunities while delivering critical infrastructure upgrades.
The rebuild follows damage from a fire in April 2025 and aims to bolster mission readiness for border security and Gulf Coast operations.[2] Looking ahead, the project promises to facilitate vital commerce and strategic mobility along the southwest border, with construction phases set to advance regional maritime capabilities in the near term.
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