Government Contracting Pipeline
Government Contracting Pipeline 08-26-26
Public event venues are entering a new era of investment
by Mary Scott Nabers, CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.
Public agencies are advancing major arena, convention center and fairground projects, creating new design, construction and technology contracting opportunities.
New York City authority moves $1.9B bond financing forward
New York City’s TFA is moving forward with approximately $1.9 billion in taxable and tax-exempt bonds to finance capital projects.
FTA invests $664.8M in ferry infrastructure nationwide
FTA awarded $664.8 million to 23 projects for ferry replacements and infrastructure improvements across 14 states.
Nashville advances $100M in transit, safety and sidewalk projects
Nashville will invest $100 million to advance transit, sidewalks, traffic signals, safety projects and corridor improvements.
Providence Transit Center advances with $77M committed
RIPTA has advanced the Providence Transit Center into Phase 2 for design, engineering and environmental review.
Kansas DOT awards $61.3M for road, trail and safety projects
Kansas will invest $61.3 million supporting roads, pedestrian infrastructure, trails, safety improvements and pavement rehabilitation.
NIH opens $88M funding opportunity for research facilities
NIH is offering $88 million for construction and modernization of biomedical and HIV research facilities.
California plans $95.2M investment in zero-emission transportation
California will direct $95.2 million toward EV charging as the state continues expanding its zero-emission transportation infrastructure.
New York – Stephen Clark will serve as CEO for the Albany County Airport Authority. Clark arrives from the Sacramento County Department of Airports, where he served as deputy director of commercial development. He began his aviation career as a baggage handler and ramp agent.
Wisconsin – Jon Landsverk has been promoted to Sun Prairie’s public works director. Landsverk currently serves as the city’s facilities manager. Prior to joining Sun Prairie, he served as facilities maintenance supervisor for the City of Madison Parks Department.
Colorado – Candace Smith has been hired as chief communications and engagement officer for Denver RTD. Smith most recently served as senior associate vice chancellor for public affairs and strategic communications at the University of Colorado Boulder
Iowa – Michael Van Milligen, Dubuque’s city manager, plans to retire next year. The city council has reviewed proposals from nine executive recruitment firms to help find a replacement. Van Milligen has served as city manager for more than three decades.
Kansas – Tammy Snow has retired as chief of the Wichita Fire Department. Before Snow joined the department in 1988, she was a schoolteacher. She had served as fire chief since 2017 and announced her retirement in February.
Indiana – Ray Juengst has been named Elkhart’s chief of police. Juengst has more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement and previously served as chief of police and director of public safety for St. Charles, Missouri. He takes over for Dan Milanese, who stepped down three months ago.
California – Rodolfo Aguayo is Menifee’s new assistant city manager. In his role, Aguayo will direct operations for Community Services, the City Clerk’s office, Information Technology and Human Resources. He comes to Menifee from Imperial County, where he served on the executive leadership team.
Oklahoma – Jonathan Brooks will be Tulsa’s next police chief. Brooks currently serves as deputy chief, leading the Operations Bureau. He has spent nearly 30 years with the Tulsa Police Department. Brooks will succeed Dennis Larsen, who announced his retirement in July.
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