Gulfport, MS
University of Southern Mississippi Marine Research Facility
about this project
In conjunction with the Mississippi State Port Authority (MSPA) and The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) School of Ocean Science and Technology, the new USM Marine Research Center project at the Port of Gulfport is set to be completed in early 2018.
The unique two-story building will encompass nearly 18,000 square feet. Upon completion, the $12 million structure will be the principal marine operations and support facility for USM’s oceanographic research efforts, as well as enhance and beautify the industrial “front door” of the Port of Gulfport. The building will include administrative offices, classrooms, laboratories, and storage areas.
Eley Guild Hardy Architects of Biloxi is overseeing the design, and the project is currently under construction by Wharton Smith. BMA was selected to provide civil sitework design.
Scope of Services
- Civil Design
- Coordination with Subconsultants
- Development of Contract Documents, Specifications, and Construction Plans
- Construction Administration
- Construction Observation Services
- Environmental Permitting
- Survey