Government Contracting Pipeline

Published: Wed, 10/01/25

Updated: Fri, 10/03/25

Billions flow into next-generation city halls and municipal campuses

by Mary Scott Nabers, CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc.

Cities across the U.S. are investing billions in new civic campuses, consolidating services into modern, efficient, and resilient municipal hubs.

New York State advances historic budget with more than $19B in projects

New York adopts record $254 billion budget, prioritizing transit, housing, education and resilience, with $68.4 billion for MTA's capital plan.

South Dakota lawmakers clear path for $650M prison project

South Dakota approves $650 million Sioux Falls prison, addressing crowding with rehabilitation and mental health design.

California expands affordable housing pipeline with $414M investment

California approved $414 million for housing projects, adding 2,099 affordable homes under streamlined housing programs.

Brevard advances $143M wastewater treatment project

Brevard will expand its wastewater treatment plant to 4 million gpd under a $143 million project, with construction expected in 2026.

Boulder approves nearly $790M capital plan to meet rising growth

The Colorado city approved a new capital program, with $113.3 million slated for immediate flood mitigation, fire station, water and facility needs.

USDOT awards grant for downtown revitalization in Missoula

Missoula’s downtown mobility project reaches 30% design, with upgrades to streets, lanes, trail connections and traffic signals.

Macon-Bibb commissioners advance $30M jail expansion with mental health focus

Macon-Bibb will renovate its law enforcement center with an expansion, adding 150 beds, parking and health care facilities by 2026.

California - Tina Tinoco has been announced as the next assistant deputy secretary for communications for the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA). Tinoco will oversee public communications across CalSTA's boards, departments and authorities statewide.

Virginia - Dan Hoffman has been appointed to the town of Herndon as the new town manager, effective Nov. 10. He brings a track record of leadership and organizational strengthening to the role, while fostering deeper connections with community members.

Florida - Cass Boatwright has been selected as the next vice president and chief operating officer for the University of West Florida. Boatwright will oversee a variety of the universities administrative duties while lead internal and external efforts to ensure growth and innovation.

California - Matt Vespi has been announced by the Port of San Diego as the next chief administrative officer. Bringing over 20 years of experience to the role, Vespi will leverage human resources, information technology, safety, compliance and strategic planning to the port.

North Dakota - Brent Sanford has been appointed by the state Board of Higher Education to lead the North Dakota University System as commissioner. Sanford will join the system following a nationwide search for the system's next leader.

Colorado - Suma Nallapati has been announced as the next chief AI & information officer for the city and county of Denver. Nallapati will lead the city and county's effort to integrate AI technologies, data governance and city-wide innovations.

Florida - Moez Limayem has been named as the sole finalist for the president position at the University of South Florida. Currently serving as the president of the University of North Florida since 2022, he will bring decades of higher education experience.

New York - Kaitlin Asrow has been appointed as the next acting superintendent for the New York Department of Financial Services (DFS). Asrow, appointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, will bring experience with the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Financial Health Network to the role.

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