News & Updates

The new P25 compliant system will replace a more than 30 year old collection of outdated systems and technology.  The detailed design and implementation of the system began in January 2012 and upon completion will provide interoperable communications within Tennessee and the bordering states of Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.

The initial phase of the project includes three districts of the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) that will be replaced with a combination of 700/800 MHz equipment in urban areas and VHF channels in rural locations at a total cost of $39.2 Million.

BGA’s project team has led the multiple sponsoring state agencies through an operational and technical assessment, supported contract development and negotiations with the State’s selected vendor, and is now providing engineering, project management, and quality assurance support during system implementation. The challenges of replacing an existing system without interruption to current operations are being met by a multi-disciplinary team led by Barry Hill.

The Kroc center opened in the fall of 2011 on approximately 25 acre brownfield site in downtown Greenville along the Reedy River.  This project is anticipated to receive LEED Silver Certification in the near future.  The Kroc center houses a variety of functions for the community of Greenville including Chapel/Performing Arts center and conference center, each seating 300 people.  It also includes a Gymnasium, Fitness Center, Pool, additional rooms for extracurricular actives, and support services.  The surrounding amenities include tennis center, soccer field, gardens, and other multi-use areas. 

The BGA project team of mechanical and electrical engineers were instrumental in developing an eco-friendly design that incorporates natural light, energy demand controls, water conservation, and environmental conditioning.  Specific applications included low flow fixtures, high performing HVAC systems, and CFL lighting.  For additional information visit, http://krocgreenville.org/

The North Carolina Department of Correction has opened a new medical complex at Central Prison to replace outdated and inadequate facilities.  The new $155 Million facility will provide secure on-site treatment of most medical conditions without costly transfer to and security of local community hospitals.  The savings in care, transport, and personnel costs are expected to pay for the complex within 10 years.

BGA responsibilities included touchscreen, door control, remote elevator control, intercom, CCTV, personal alarm, access control, MATV, and public address. 

For additional information, http://www.doc.state.nc.us/.