Bass Pro: Local firms involved in expansion

Bass Pro Shops' own architects are designing the addition, while Butler Rosenbury & Partners provide assistance on the project, said Larry Whiteley, public relations spokesman for Bass Pro Shops.

"They've got their own architectural department and what we do is we execute whatever work they decide to do," said Geoffrey Butler, president of Butler Rosenbury & Partners.

Numerous area subcontractors will participate in the project as well.

Jolley Excavating Inc. is clearing the ground; Sechler Electric Inc. is wiring the electrical work; Allen's Mechanical is doing the HVAC and plumbing; Zarcon Inc. is handling the metal, plaster and drywall work; Doing Steel is erecting the steel works; Wells Concrete is laying the foundation; Triple R Painting is adding brushstrokes on the project; Harness Roofing is doing the roofing; Binswanger Glass is installing the glass and doing the glazing; and K & M Enterprises is adding the tile work.