Union Point Developers Award $100M Construction Contract, Water Supply Issues Persist

In September 2026, developers at Union Point took a substantial step forward by awarding a $100 million construction contract aimed at kickstarting the vertical construction and essential infrastructure development at the Weymouth section of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station. This initial contract focuses on a 1.5-mile roadway along with necessary utility installations, setting the stage for unlocking key development parcels in the area. However, this progress comes with a notable caveat: development on the adjacent Abington portion remains paused, largely due to protracted regional water supply constraints that have plagued the area for years.

The awarded contract signals a critical milestone for Union Point's phased development, particularly as it pertains to construction and utility procurement. John Twohig, Vice President of New England Development, commented on the urgency, stating, "We have over 2,500 homes pre-sold, and that’s a combination of multifamily, single-family, townhomes, and over-55 developments... All in Weymouth, because that’s the only place we have water." This remark underscores the immediate implications for both residential and infrastructure development, as the Weymouth side benefits from existing municipal water allocations, while Abington faces potential stagnation.

To lay a long-term solution for water supply, a significant project is in the pipeline that involves the construction of a $100+ million water transmission line designed to bring much-needed resources to the Weymouth area and its development projects. The ambitious infrastructure will extend approximately seven miles, connecting existing water sources in Quincy and the Blue Hills to Weymouth’s Great Pond treatment facility. This new line aims to deliver about 14 million gallons per day, with a portion specifically allocated for the Union Point project. However, with a projected completion date of 2031-2032, the timeline poses a significant challenge to immediate development goals.