Hidalgo County Health Facility Lab

E-Con Group managed a first of its kind biosafety lab facility for the Hidalgo County Health Department and utilized HUD funding through Urban County. This project consisted of a 10,000 square feet BSL-2, certified BSL-3 testing laboratory, clinic with drive-thru area and administrative offices. The Biosafety Lab has the capabilities to conduct microbiology, molecular, chemistry hematology and mycobacteriology tests that will serve the residents of Hidalgo County.

Project Highlights

Location: 1211 S 28th Ave, Edinburg, Tx

Owner: Hidalgo County

Architect: ERO Architects

Delivery Method: Competitive Sealed Proposal

Contract Amount: $5,900,000

Completion: January 2024

Key Features:
- New 10,000 square feet Biosafety Lab consisting of clinical areas such as nursing station, vitals room, two exam rooms and administration offices
- Includes a first-of-its-kind BSL-2 Lab and a certified BSL-3 Lab the conducts tests for microbiology, molecular, chemistry and hematology.
- The project will maintain strict separation between construction zones and student areas, with phased handoffs to ensure safety, minimize disruption, and support the ongoing health needs of Hidalgo County residents.

Project Impact

Public Health Advancement: This first-of-its-kind biosafety laboratory equips Hidalgo County with advanced testing and research capabilities to identify, study, and respond to both current and emerging viruses that impact community health.
Comprehensive Diagnostic Capacity: The 10,000-square-foot facility houses certified BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories, a public clinic with a drive-thru area, and administrative offices—enabling microbiology, molecular, chemistry, hematology, and mycobacteriology testing under one roof.
Community Health Protection: By providing real-time research and diagnostic services, the facility enhances the county’s ability to prevent, detect, and manage outbreaks, protecting the wellbeing of local residents.
Strategic Public Investment: Developed with HUD funding through Urban County, the project represents a major step in strengthening local health infrastructure and expanding access to essential medical resources.
Future-Ready Research Environment: The biosafety lab’s flexible design and cutting-edge systems ensure readiness to address future health threats, supporting Hidalgo County’s ongoing mission to safeguard public health for generations to come.

Why Choose Us

At E-CON Group, our CMAR delivery method puts us on your team early, before drawings are finalized and risks appear. We provide guidance on cost, scope, and scheduling from day one. Our collaborative approach protects your budget, limits change orders, and ensures tighter control from preconstruction to punch-out.