NDCS signs intent to award for construction

June 18, 2025 (Lincoln, Neb.) – The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) has signed an intent to award with Hausmann Construction for the 1,512 multi-custody facility to replace the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Hausmann Construction, headquartered in Lincoln, was the lowest base bidder at $313,300,000.  

“Today marks an important step forward in our mission to create a safer, more effective correctional system,” said Director Rob Jeffreys. “Hausmann Construction is a local company who understands our commitment to fiscal responsibility, completing this project the Nebraska way. Their sub-contractors are high-performing and many are local — keeping business in Nebraska. We are ready to work side by side to bring this vision to life for our staff, our state, and those we serve.”

The Nebraska Legislature appropriated $350,000,000 for construction of the replacement facility. Other associated costs, including land and dirt work, will be covered through this and other NDCS funding. As with any NDCS construction project, there will be ongoing evaluation for efficiencies.  

“Bids for this project came in well below prison construction projects in other states,” said Jeffreys. “NDCS has funding for this entire project, and we will stay within that appropriated funding.”

NDCS is in the process of finalizing the contract with Hausmann Construction, with construction anticipated to begin in early fall.

Other bids included:

Clark Construction/MCL Construction (a joint venture): $340,987,000
Sampson Construction/Caddell Construction (a joint venture): $344,342,000