California Construction News staff writer
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett, The Korte Company and project partners March 9 to break ground on a new Network Enterprise Center.
A 21,500-sq. ft. structure will serve as the installation’s central hub for information technology services, supporting secure communications, cybersecurity and network systems.
The project is being delivered under a design-build contract awarded to Korte Construction in January 2025, with completion expected in August 2027.
The new facility will modernize and consolidate network operations at the base, supporting its command, control, communications, computers and information management mission. It will include space for network operations, administration and customer support services for soldiers, civilian staff and tenant organizations.
“The new Network Enterprise Center represents a significant step forward in providing secure, reliable support for everyone at Fort Hunter Liggett,” said Col. Jason McKenzie, commander of the garrison. “This facility will enhance our ability to meet mission demands while providing modern resources for our workforce and warfighters.”
Corps’ Louisville District oversaw design and the Sacramento District, which will oversee construction.
“The Network Enterprise Center will give Fort Hunter Liggett the secure, modern infrastructure it needs to support soldiers, tenants and training missions,” said Col. Robert McTighe, commander of the Sacramento District. “We are proud to partner with the garrison and Louisville District to deliver a facility that strengthens communications and readiness for years to come.”
The building will include operations centers with command and video teleconference capabilities, secure communications rooms and redundant power and mechanical systems designed to ensure continuous network availability.
Ben Quick, director of the Network Enterprise Center at Fort Hunter Liggett, said the facility will strengthen the installation’s network capabilities.
“This facility will serve as a cornerstone in delivering the stable and secure platform necessary to support the Army’s evolving operational needs,” Quick said.
Fort Hunter Liggett, the Army Reserve’s largest installation, spans more than 160,000 acres and supports joint and interagency training across Northern and Central California.
