Woolpert and Black & Veatch Join Forces for Major Engineering Contract With USACE

Woolpert and Black & Veatch Joint Venture Secures Major Contract

In a significant achievement, the joint venture of Woolpert and Black & Veatch has been awarded a substantial contract worth $94.5 million by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Europe District. This five-year agreement marks a continuation of the teams’ collaboration, initially established in a prior contract awarded in 2019.

Project Overview

The contract entails providing architecture, engineering, master planning, and design services for U.S. military operations across 30 European nations. The scope of work includes preparing comprehensive installation and facility master plans specifically tailored for military infrastructure. In addition, the joint venture will create associated concept designs, complete designs, and necessary documentation to enhance military and other facilities.

This contract, expected to be fulfilled by September 2029, emphasizes the importance of the mission to support military installations essential for the United States' defense strategies in Europe. Doug Brown, Vice President and Federal Market Director at Woolpert, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We look forward to continuing and furthering our relationship with USACE Europe by applying our expert, full spectrum of AE services and capabilities.”

Importance of the Contract

Rick Kaiser, who leads Black & Veatch's federal client segment, accentuated the critical nature of this contract in enhancing the comprehensive planning of significant projects within the European military context. He mentioned, “This is a critical contract win and represents the continued trust that USACE Europe has put in our Woolpert-Black Veatch team.” The confidence shown by USACE in both firms underscores their capability to manage complex and high-profile projects, improving infrastructure to meet the unique needs of military clients.

Companies Behind the Venture

Woolpert stands out as a leading firm in architecture, engineering, geospatial services, and strategic consulting, with the ambition to be globally recognized as one of the best companies in its field. Founded in 1911, Woolpert has grown to over 2,700 employees across more than 60 global offices. It has been acknowledged as one of the fastest-growing firms in its sector since 2015.

On the other hand, Black & Veatch, established in 1915, is an employee-owned global company specializing in engineering, procurement, consulting, and construction services. With a focus on sustainable infrastructure, it has built a robust reputation for innovation while enhancing the resilience and reliability of crucial infrastructure assets worldwide.

Looking Forward

The collaboration between Woolpert and Black & Veatch highlights the critical role of industry partnerships in addressing the complex needs of military infrastructure. As they embark on this ambitious project, both firms are poised to deliver solutions that will bolster the operational capabilities of U.S. military forces stationed in Europe. The next five years promise to showcase the strengths and innovative solutions both companies can provide in support of national defense.