Press Release: The Building People Awarded USDA Eastern Regional Research Center (ERRC) Operations and Maintenance Services IDIQ

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2024

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[October 22, 2024, Leesburg, VA] – The Building People, a recognized leader in real estate, facilities, and building automation solutions, announced today that it was awarded a one year, with four option years, contract valued at $21.8M to provide operations and maintenance support of the research at the Eastern Regional Research Center (ERRC), part of the Agricultural Research Service (ARS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 

During this contract, The Building People will ensure the continuous and efficient operation of the facility’s critical infrastructure. The dedicated team will deliver comprehensive maintenance and repair services for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, alongside prompt emergency responses to maintain a safe and functional environment. The Building People will manage all documentation and compliance with safety regulations, and host 24/7 operations to minimize disruption to the ERRC’s groundbreaking research activities and support its overall mission. 

“As experienced providers of facilities management and operations and maintenance services to the Federal government, we look forward to supporting the ERRC as they continue to research ways to solve agricultural problems on both a national and global scale,” said Lawrence Melton, CEO & President of The Building People. “The Building People values the opportunity to continue to support the USDA in this mission.” 

About The Building People   

The Building People unite deep industry expertise with innovative technology solutions to guide customers through the complexities of modernizing and optimizing their facilities, assets, and workforce. Organizations that fail to adopt operational strategies that embrace the total lifecycle lead them to operational inefficiencies, missed goals, and mission failures. Their holistic approach engages lifecycle operations challenges from infrastructure and decarbonization to workforce transformation and technology integration. 

As a trusted partner, The Building People empower customers to deliver strategic, cost-effective solutions that enhance operations, compliance, and drive mission success. They equip their customers to navigate the future and transform challenges into opportunities for growth and excellence across their portfolios and programs. 


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