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Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions in Gulfport, MS
Drace Construction was founded in 2005 with a mission to deliver quality construction solutions across the Southeastern United States. Headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi, we specialize in general contracting, construction management, and design-build services for federal, commercial, aviation, and transportation sectors. Our team of dedicated professionals brings decades of combined experience to every project, leveraging innovative methodologies like Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build to minimize risks and optimize efficiency. As an SBA Certified 8(a) partner firm, we maintain strong relationships with government agencies including USACE, NAVFAC, and NASA while adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. Our portfolio includes multiple LEED Gold-certified projects, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable construction practices.

With regional coverage spanning Mississippi, Florida, Louisiana, and beyond, we combine local expertise with national capabilities to execute complex projects on time and within budget. Our professional management staff undergoes continuous training to maintain industry-leading proficiency, ensuring exceptional service delivery across all contract vehicles including competitive, negotiated, and sole-source procurements. We maintain an aggressive safety program that has become a hallmark of our operations, as evidenced by client testimonials praising our responsiveness and workmanship. From initial design through final delivery, Drace Construction remains focused on providing value engineering solutions that meet evolving client needs while maintaining strict compliance with federal regulations and industry best practices.
Services
General Contracting Construction Management Design-Build Services LEED Certified Projects Federal Contracting
Details
  • Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
  • We offer 19 years of federal construction experience since 2005
  • Our SBA 8(a) certification enables expedited government contracting
  • We maintain multiple LEED Gold-certified project completions
  • Our regional coverage spans 5 southeastern states effectively
  • Our professional staff implements advanced construction methodologies
Associations and certifications
  • SBA 8(a) Business Development Program
What people say
Professional relationship Quality product Top-notch facility Aggressive safety program Responsive team
Services
Design-Build Construction
Our Design-Build service combines architectural design and construction management under one contract, reducing project timelines by 20-30%. This approach provides single-point accountability while maintaining strict budget controls. Clients benefit from collaborative problem-solving throughout all project phases.
LEED Certification
We specialize in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects that reduce environmental impact while lowering long-term operating costs. Our team has successfully completed multiple LEED Gold-rated facilities for federal agencies through sustainable material selection and energy-efficient systems integration.
Federal Contracting
As SBA 8(a) certified contractors, we execute federal projects through negotiated, sole-source, and competitive procurement methods. Our expertise spans military installations, NASA facilities, and Department of Homeland Security infrastructure with strict compliance to federal acquisition regulations.
Construction Management
Our CM services provide comprehensive oversight from initial planning through final delivery. We implement rigorous quality control measures and risk mitigation strategies while maintaining transparent communication with all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Value Engineering
We analyze project requirements to identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality. This systematic approach to value improvement has saved clients an average of 15% on construction costs through material substitution, design modifications, and process efficiencies.
Questions
What construction services does Drace Corp offer?
We provide design-build, construction management, and general contracting services for federal, commercial, aviation, and transportation sector projects.
Are you SBA 8(a) certified?
Yes, we're an active participant in the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program for small disadvantaged businesses.
Do you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we've completed multiple LEED Gold-certified projects with sustainable building practices.
What areas do you serve?
We operate primarily in the Southeastern US including Mississippi, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, and Alabama.
What government agencies have you worked with?
We've successfully completed projects for USACE, NAVFAC, NASA, Air Force, and Department of Homeland Security facilities.