MWBE Meet the Primes: SouthWorks Project

Posted on May 27, 2026

Join the NYS Division of Minority and Women's Business Development for the MWBE Meet the Primes: SouthWorks Project, a premier in-person networking and information session highlighting one of the most exciting redevelopment projects in the Southern Tier region. SouthWorks Project is a $600 million mixed-use, adaptive reuse development in Ithaca, NY. This transformative initiative will revitalize the former Morse Chain Factory site into a vibrant, integrated community featuring: ▪ Housing for all income levels • An innovation hub supporting startups in advanced manufacturing, biotech, and ag-tech • A workforce development “living laboratory” focused on trades, with childcare and supportive services • Community-centered amenities for recreation, arts, and overall livability This event offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with the project's prime contractors-- Shift Capital and USC Builds.

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