Emergency Operations and Command Center
“Working in an existing building at street level added an interesting component to the endeavor. But the bigger test was how to cohabit the building with Beth Israel Hospital’s data center, which is critical to their patient care. Designing electrical systems that could keep both facilities running was an undertaking that yielded rewarding results for all.”
Client: Northeastern University
Location: Boston, MA
Project Size: 3,000 sq. ft.
Architect: Embarc Studio
Construction Manager: Elaine Construction
When it comes to housing emergency operations at the higher education level, it’s vital that systems not only work well standalone in the space, but that they integrate the needs of local, state, and federal agencies. Terva’s vision and guidance for the new Emergency Operations and Command Center (EOCC) at Northeastern University brought to life this synergy — with a 3,000 square foot facility and the task of managing more than twelve owner vendors to make it happen.
Mission controlled
The new Emergency Operations and Communications Center was completed on time with the successful migration of systems from an existing communications center to the new. Equipped with a secure and tamper-proof HVAC system and a redundant electrical system that prioritizes EOCC operations to the building operation, Northeastern University and the City of Boston are outfitted with the technology they need to rapidly respond — no matter the situation.