# New York State Transforms Bronx Building

The State of New York is investing approximately **$44.6 million** to remodel a long-vacant municipal building in the South Bronx into the HEArts Community Center. This project, supported by multiple state agencies including Empire State Development (ESD), New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), aims to provide integrated health, education, arts, and workforce development services to over 1,000 monthly visitors. The initiative also seeks to offer affordable space for community organizations, enhancing local economic and social development.

- **Why this matters:** This sizable state-funded transformation represents a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in construction, facility renovation, and community service infrastructure in New York City, particularly in underserved urban areas.
- Agencies involved indicate a multi-disciplinary approach combining environmental, energy, cultural, and economic development expertise, suggesting diverse subcontracting and partnership opportunities.
- Procurement professionals should note the collaboration among state agencies and municipal entities, which may influence contract structuring, compliance requirements, and funding mechanisms.
- Businesses engaged in community development, arts, and workforce services may find opportunities to participate in program delivery or facility management as the center becomes operational.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- Empire State Development (ESD)
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC)
- New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
- New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA)
- New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)

### Key Quotes
> Todos los neoyorquinos merecen acceso a espacios comunitarios dinámicos que generen oportunidades y fortalezcan los barrios donde viven
> — Kathy Hochul, Governor

### Sources
- [La Gobernadora Hochul Anuncia la Transformación de un Edificio Desocupado en el Sur Del Bronx en el Nuevo Centro Comunitario Hearts | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/la-gobernadora-hochul-anuncia-la-transformacion-de-un-edificio-desocupado-en-el-sur-del-bronx) - NY