Design-build is rapidly reshaping the government contracting marketplace
An alert for contractors - waiting for traditional procurements is now waiting too long!
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Leadership Appointments: Sept. 17 – 23, 2026
Strategic Partnerships, Inc.'s weekly list of public sector appointments nationwide for the week of Sept. 17 - 23, 2026.
Illinois creates cabinet to examine AI risks, regulation
Illinois created an AI Cabinet to recommend policies involving AI safety, infrastructure, data centers and accountability.
California data center laws target energy, water and grid costs
California enacted seven laws establishing new requirements for data centers involving electricity, water use, utility costs and more.
New York directs $134.3M to lead service line projects
New York awarded $134.3 million to 24 communities to eliminate debt associated with federal lead service line projects.
Opportunities for Pursuit
DOT seeks input on utility corridor P3 initiative
DOT's new corridor initiative could create P3 opportunities for transmission, fiber and water utilities along existing rights-of-way.
New York’s MTA seeks manufacturers for 650-bus fleet replacement
New York's MTA is seeking proposals to manufacture 650 CNG buses as part of a rolling-stock replacement program.
DOE launches $215M quantum computing competition
DOE is offering up to $215 million through the Quantum Genesis Q Competition to advance quantum computers.
A whole new marketplace is evolving as government begins to buy AI
Procurement rules, operating procedures, and funding opportunities are emerging for AI purchases by government officials.
Billions for brownfield redevelopment projects – an escalating marketplace to watch
Brownfield redevelopment projects are creating opportunities in water infrastructure, parks, schools and waterfront construction.
Cybersecurity is quickly changing the definition of water infrastructure
Cyberattacks targeting water utilities are driving investment in software, control systems and other infrastructure projects.
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Atlanta Beltline transit study outlines $3.5B rail network
Atlanta Beltline's final transit study recommends routes, stations and operating plans for a proposed light-rail network.
Texas assembles team for U.S. Space Academy proposal
Texas has assembled a team to prepare its response as NASA gathers potential locations for the U.S. Space Academy.
Portland seeks leader for new Data and Privacy Office
Portland is hiring its first data and privacy officer to lead a new office overseeing data governance and privacy.
Dallas CFO Jack Ireland will retire in January
Dallas CFO Jack Ireland will retire Jan. 5 after 26 years with the city, creating a leadership transition.
