Milhouse an Illinois 2017 SBA winner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 11, 2017
Crystal Fencke
cfencke@milhouseinc.com
312.924.4506
SBA names Milhouse an Illinois 2017 small business winner

CHICAGO – Milhouse Engineering & Construction (Milhouse) is proud to have been named Illinois 8(a) Graduate of the Year by the Small Business Association (SBA). Milhouse was also awarded as 8(a) Graduate of the Year by the Great Lakes Region, which covers Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio.

SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program helps small, disadvantaged businesses compete in the marketplace and access government contracts. The 8(a) Program offers a broad scope of assistance to firms owned and controlled at least 51% by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. The program helps thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs gain a foothold in government contracting.

Milhouse is a true SBA 8(a) success story. As one of the largest African-American owned engineering firms based in Chicago, Milhouse has expanded remarkably since its beginnings in 2001. Led by President and CEO Wilbur C. Milhouse III, PE, the firm has grown to 180+ employees, nine offices, and an international presence.

“This award exemplifies the hard work and exceptional talent we have here at Milhouse and their abilities to provide superior solutions to complex engineering challenges,’’ said Mr. Milhouse.

Milhouse met and exceeded the SBA’s 8(a) requirements by successfully completing significant government contracts, including construction management services for NAVFAC (Naval Facilities) Midwest Public Works Department; electrical design services for the Nashville, Tennessee Metro Development and Housing Agency (MDHA); and construction services for Scott AFB (Air Force Base) Energy Management and Control System (EMCS).

About Milhouse Inc.
Milhouse is a full-service engineering and construction firm that specializes in 11 specific markets and provides a diverse portfolio of services including: civil, construction, electrical, energy, mechanical, and structural engineering services along with architecture services. Learn more here Milhouseinc.com.

Forward-looking Statements
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