The federal agency overseeing the possible construction of new headquarters for the FBI said Wednesday it has notified the firms selected to bid on the project, and that it remains committed to a consolidated facility despite recent delays.
Maryland and Virginia are competing for the 2.1-million square foot project, which would house roughly 11,000 jobs, making it one of the largest federal facilities in either state. The Obama administration is considering three sites — two in Prince George’s County and one in Fairfax County, Va.
The announcement Wednesday, while incremental, comes after the General Services Administration delayed the process this year. The New York Times reported in September that several agencies involved in the effort have been engaged in a behind-the-scenes dispute over funding.
The agency did not disclose which firms were selected to compete for the project. In a brief statement, the GSA said it anticipates awarding a contract to a developer in late 2016.
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