The NEW Grant-Reeves Veteran Center
VFW Post 7720 is proud to announce plans for a new permanent home—a Veterans Community Home to be built on over 70 acres of land at 1492 Smith Loop Road in Demorest. This new facility will be more than just a meeting place; it will serve as a gathering space, support center, and resource hub for veterans and their families throughout northeast Georgia.
Photos of Site Example: 8926 Duncan Bridge Rd, Cleveland, GA------->
Additional info can be found on our Donation Page
Donate towards our New Building Fund
Your support and contributions will enable us to build the NEW Grant-Reeves Veteran Center across the street from our Memorial Park
1492 Smith Loop Rd
Demorest, GA
Accepting BIDS!
Notice: amendments are pending!
The design team will notify all bidders of changes.
Deadline to submit has been extended to January 31, 2026.
For updates or questions, contact:
Jason M. Smith, PE
J M Smith Engineering, LLC
PO Box 331
155 Clarkesville Street
Cornelia, GA 30531
Voice: (706) 894-2331 or (678) 267-3690
Fax: (678) 267-3731
Mobile: (706) 244-8180
Email: jmsmith@jmsmithengineering.com
Veterans Facility Construction Project - Request for Proposals
Grant-Reeves VFW Post 7720 is seeking qualified contractors to submit sealed bids for the construction of an 11,006 square foot veterans service facility on a 20-acre tract in Habersham County, Georgia.
Project Overview
- Main assembly hall (capacity 299 persons)
- Commercial kitchen (625 sq ft)
- Administrative offices and conference areas
- ADA-compliant facilities throughout
- Technology infrastructure (WiFi, security, A/V systems)
- 100+ space paved parking lot
Important Dates
Bid Deadline: All sealed bids must be received within 30 days of Jan 31, 2026
Engineering Contact
J M Smith Engineering, LLC
155 Clarkesville Street, Cornelia, GA 30531
Phone: (706) 894-2331
Email: jmsmith@jmsmithengineering.com
All technical questions must be directed to the engineering firm.
Questions & Bid Submission
Contact Quartermaster:
Email: qmpost7720@gmail.com
Phone: (770) 312-8796
Mail Sealed Bids To:
Grant-Reeves VFW Post 7720
174 Cornelia Crossing Shopping Center
Cornelia, GA 30531
About Our Organization
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7720
EIN: 58-1047170
Status: 501(c)(19) Tax-Exempt Veterans Nonprofit Organization
We accept tax-deductible donations to support our mission of serving veterans and their families. Contact the Quartermaster for donation information.
Grant-Reeves VFW Post 7720 reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All contractors must be properly licensed and insured in the State of Georgia.
Documents
- 📄 Legal Notice (Newspaper Publication)
- 📄 Comprehensive RFP & Building Specifications
Utilities
- Soil sample test: PENDING
- Power tie in access: Smith Loop Road
- Paved dual access curb from Smith Loop Road
- naturalgas/propane/solar generator optional
- Sewer/septic: PENDING
- Well, water/County water: PENDING
Updates: 12/11/25
Deadline Extended to January 31, 2026
Bricks for New Veteran Center