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Federal building in Savannah, Georgia slated for demolition in May
The General Services Administration, as directed by President Trump, is reducing its real estate portfolio. The Juliette Gordon Low Building A became a candidate because of deferred maintenance issues and federal vacancy.
Adventures in border crossing design
A Portland firm was tasked by a federal agency to provide design expertise at 17 U.S. border checkpoints.
Block 300 building attracts another technology firm
A few months after Portland startup Puppet Labs signed a lease agreement to occupy 75,000 square feet in the Block 300 building, Virginia-based event management software provider Cvent is signing one for 14,000 square feet.
U.S. Custom House sells for $4.74 million
The auction of the U.S. Custom House closed Monday, with an apparent winner coming through with a bid nearly double the amount offered last year during a sale that eventually fell through.
Future of U.S. Custom House looks bleak after deal falls apart
Portland鈥檚 historic U.S. Custom House at 220 N.W. Eighth Ave. is up for grabs once again, but some local experts are not enthusiastic about redevelopment options for the 110-year-old landmark.
Lake Oswego firm Otak awarded 2 large federal contracts
Otak has been awarded two contracts from the federal government鈥檚 General Services Administration to provide environmental consulting services and geographic information systems services to contractors working with federal government projects. The contract has a five-year lifespan, with three five-year renewal options.
Feds wants input from sustainable businesses
A new green supply chain program from the General Services Administration will require businesses contracting with the federal agency to report greenhouse gas emissions.
FBI planning to land near airport
Skanska USA breaks ground next week on a new $40.6 million headquarters for the Federal Bureau of Investigation near Portland International Airport.
Conflicting requirements put federal agency in a bind
A federal mandate calls for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to be located as close to downtown Portland as possible. But another law says the agency's digs must feature a 25-foot setback. With its current lease nearing an end, the agency's only option may be to build its own office to meet both requirements.
PREM Group wins bid for U.S. Custom House
After three weeks of spirited bidding,the PREM Group topped out bidding for ownership of the U.S. Custom House.
U.S. Custom House auction extended
With bids climbing in the six-figure range, the General Services Administration has decided to extend bidding for the US Custom House.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
