Insights and guidance shared by former public officials
Former public officials share guidance, highlighting analysis, plans and dos and don'ts for selling to public marketplace.
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A trend to watch – one gaining strength and expected to grow even stronger
Across the U.S., cities and states are investing billions in parks, sports complexes, and public spaces, reshaping recreation and community development.
These upcoming projects will call for multiple contracting services
U.S. transit authorities are advancing clean air initiatives nationwide, launching procurements for a variety of projects.
A new era in federal procurement has launched
GSA’s OneGov strategy centralizes federal IT buying, adds USAi for AI, and expands new contracts across government systems.
Nearly $2 billion in funding available but very little time to apply
FEMA releases $1.95B in grants with deadlines as short as two weeks, sparking concern over reduced time for state and local applications.
May bond approvals drive planning surge for billions in upcoming projects
For just two states, Voters approved over $40 billion in May 2025 bond elections for schools, infrastructure and public safety.
New directives, rules, guidelines, and expectations are surfacing in the U.S. government marketplace
Recent federal actions could indicate a shift in project delivery models and sweeping changes to contract procurement.
Billions in recently approved funding should not be missed
Voters approved over $168B in bond funding for schools, safety and infrastructure. More projects expected in November elections.
Mental healthcare needs are driving immediate upgrades to U.S. healthcare infrastructure
States nationwide are investing in new mental health facilities to address backlogs, youth crises and aging healthcare infrastructure.
Climate change and weather events create great need for sustainability projects
While federal support for roads and energy appears stable, local water and sustainability projects may require alternative support.
