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KBR (NYSE:KBR) today announced that BE&K, a division of its Services Business unit, has been awarded a multi-million dollar contract by Georgia Power for full engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services of a new baghouse unit at Plant Scherer near Macon, Georgia. This award marks the fourth unit at the site awarded to BE&K. BE&K will provide full EPC services for the installation of a new baghouse unit, including major new ductwork and ancillary facilities. As the largest coal-fired power plant on the system, generating more than 3200 megawatts of power, the Scherer facility is integral to Georgia Power�s infrastructure and its continued operation is essential. The construction of its new baghouse unit is part of Georgia Power�s air quality program. Work on the project is expected to begin immediately. �This award solidifies KBR�s position as a leading contractor of air quality control system installation in the domestic utility market,� said David Zimmerman, President of KBR Services. �This project will allow KBR to demonstrate its ability and expertise in handling large, complex retrofit projects, working towards successful project completion in partnership with Georgia Power.� BE&K, a division of KBR Inc., offers a full spectrum of construction, engineering and maintenance services to clients in capital-intensive industries worldwide. KBR is a global engineering, construction and services company supporting the energy, petrochemicals, government services and civil infrastructure sectors. The company offers a wide range of services through its Downstream, Government and Infrastructure, Services, Technology, Upstream and Ventures business segments. For more information, visit www.kbr.com.