Mankato BCA Electrical Construction

The City of Mankato is investing in a new 56,000 square foot Bureau of Criminal Apprehension facility designed to support public safety operations across the region. The facility will serve approximately 50 agents, forensic scientists, support staff, and a dedicated crime scene response team.

Hunt Electric’s New Ulm branch is providing Division 26 electrical services, fire alarm systems, and rooftop solar capabilities as part of this modern public safety facility. The project combines critical infrastructure, advanced electrical systems, and renewable energy technologies to support long term operational performance.

Facilities that support investigative, forensic, and emergency response functions require dependable infrastructure and coordinated execution. The new Bureau of Criminal Apprehension facility was designed to provide the operational reliability needed for public safety professionals while incorporating modern building systems and renewable energy capabilities.

To improve efficiency and streamline installation, Hunt Electric partnered with Baer Manufacturing to integrate prefabricated and modular construction solutions throughout the project.

Hunt Electric is delivering a comprehensive electrical package that includes:

• Division 26 electrical construction
• Fire alarm system installation
• Rooftop solar infrastructure
• Electrical systems supporting public safety operations
• Coordination with prefabricated and modular construction elements

Key Features

Public Safety Facility Infrastructure

The facility was designed to support a wide range of investigative and response functions.

Key elements included:

• 56,000 square foot Bureau of Criminal Apprehension facility
• Space for approximately 50 personnel
• Accommodations for forensic scientists and support staff
• Dedicated crime scene response team facilities
• Infrastructure supporting long term operational needs

Renewable Energy Integration

The project incorporates solar capabilities as part of the facility’s electrical infrastructure.

Key features included:

• Rooftop solar installation
• Renewable energy integration
• Long term energy performance considerations
• Infrastructure supporting future sustainability goals

Prefabrication and Modular Construction Support

Baer Manufacturing contributed multiple prefabricated solutions designed to improve field efficiency and installation consistency.

Key components included:

• Modular equipment skid assemblies
• Skid mounted temporary power distribution
• Underground duct bank stub up racks
• Feeder conduit and conduit rack systems
• Branch conduit racks
• Overhead cable tray systems

Coordinated Delivery Through Internal Expertise

The project demonstrates Hunt Electric’s ability to integrate electrical construction, fire alarm systems, renewable energy, and prefabrication into a single coordinated delivery model.

Key benefits included:

• Improved installation efficiency
• Reduced field labor requirements
• Enhanced project coordination
• Consistent quality across multiple systems and trades

Why Hunt Electric

Hunt Electric combines electrical construction, fire alarm expertise, renewable energy capabilities, and prefabrication solutions to support complex public sector projects. For the Mankato Bureau of Criminal Apprehension facility, our team is helping deliver the infrastructure needed to support critical public safety operations while incorporating modern energy and construction technologies.

Powering Critical Public Safety Facilities

From government facilities to mission critical infrastructure, Hunt Electric delivers electrical solutions that support reliability, safety, and long term operational performance.