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Watertown Middle School contract approved; total bond request estimated at $60.28 million

Wilson County Board of Education · June 18, 2026
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Summary

The board approved a general‑contractor agreement for the new Watertown Middle School at a reported $54.787 million; with architectural fees, FF&E and technology the total bond request was presented at $60,276,350 and the project completion target is July 2028.

Wilson County trustees voted June 18 to approve the construction contract for the new Watertown Middle School.

Operations staff told the board the general contractor contract is for $54,787,000; architectural fees, FF&E and a technology/low‑voltage package bring the total bond request to $60,276,350. The district estimated an available completion date of July 2028 and said an early finish could permit moving into the new building sooner since rezoning is not required.

Board members approved the motion unanimously. Staff said they would circulate the detailed contract and budget documents to the board shortly.