5 days Ago By STAFF REPORT
CALEXICO ᅳ The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced Monday its selection of AECOM Technical Services, Inc.
to provide construction management services for the final phase of the Calexico West Land Port of Entry’s modernization and expansion project. GSA awarded the $6,031,404.02 contract to the Los Angeles-based firm to oversee the port construction project.
AECOM Technical Services, Inc., would oversee the project’s final phase, including the installation of a temporary pedestrian inspection facility on Heffernan Avenue, the demolition of the existing pedestrian building, and the construction of new permanent facilities. “Awarding this construction management services contract brings the Calexico West LPOE project closer to fruition and underscores GSA’s commitment to building state-of-the-art, sustainable infrastructure that meets the demands of today’s trade and travel,” said Sukhee Kang, GSA Pacific Rim Regional Administrator.
“By leveraging funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, we are not only modernizing one of the busiest ports of entry on the southern border but also creating jobs, enhancing security, and contributing to a more resilient and sustainable future.” Construction is anticipated to begin in summer 2025, with completion scheduled for winter 2028. This critical infrastructure development project, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, will increase capacity and strengthen security and efficiency at the Calexico West Land Port of Entry, one of the busiest ports of entry between the United States and Mexico, GSA said.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law includes a total of $3.4 billion for GSA to build and modernize land ports of entry on the country’s northern and southern borders. The investments will improve commerce and trade, enhance security, create good-paying jobs, and incorporate innovative sustainability features.
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