Modernizing utility infrastructure, securing resilient potable water supplies, and expanding critical municipal and base support systems, Structural Associates Inc. has been awarded a $23,293,310 firm-fixed-price contract. The military construction (MILCON) project finances the design-bid-build construction of five water wells, well houses, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, extensive site grading, utility connections, and approximately five miles of waterline in Watertown, New York.
Contract Details: At A Glance
| Contractor: | Structural Associates Inc. |
| Award Date: | September 29, 2026 |
| Contract Value: | $23,293,310 |
| Project: | Five Water Wells, Well Houses, SCADA Integration & 5-Mile Waterline Construction |
| Location: | Watertown (Fort Drum), New York |
| Contract Number: | W912DS-26-C-A031 |
| Awarding District: | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District |
District Context & Mission Impact
This essential defense utility infrastructure project is administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New York District. The New York District manages military construction, civil works, and water resource engineering across New York and New Jersey, providing support to major military installations like Fort Drum. Home to the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), Fort Drum relies on high-capacity, dependable water systems to maintain base operational capabilities and support thousands of active-duty soldiers and families. Drilling five new production wells, constructing climate-controlled well houses, integrating SCADA automation for real-time monitoring, and laying five miles of distribution piping enhances water storage reserves, improves system pressure, and ensures long-term water security through spring 2029.
Contractor Spotlight & Industry Context
Headquartered in East Syracuse, New York, Structural Associates Inc. is an established small business general contractor specializing in commercial, institutional, and Department of Defense utility infrastructure construction throughout the Northeast. Bids were solicited via the internet with five competitive proposals received. Executing large-scale municipal water projects requires deep groundwater well drilling, heavy utility trenching, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or ductile iron pipe installation, SCADA network programming, and strict compliance with state drinking water standards and military construction requirements. Partnering regional contractors with USACE utility engineers protects vital base infrastructure.
