Board approves $28.1 million contract for state fire-training academy

Mar 17, 2026

The State Board of Finance approved a $28,145,638.13 construction contract for a new fire training academy, memorial and amphitheater after staff said five bidders responded and Franklin Construction was the low bidder. Members flagged a roughly $4 million gap between the top bids and secured a contingency that a fully executed contract be provided to staff.

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The State Board of Finance voted to approve a $28,145,638.13 contract for a new fire training academy, memorial and amphitheater operated by the General Services Department.

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