Transportation infrastructure projects, especially related to bridge work, continue to roll through pre-construction phases throughout the country. Bridge replacement projects carry extremely high price tags, and although bridge upgrade projects tend to be somewhat less costly, they are still multimillion-dollar initiatives. Additionally, many bridge projects include roadway work, which increases the cost of delivery significantly. […]
The Strategic Partnerships (SPI) firm turned 30 this year. That is shocking especially to me since I remember the company’s birth as if it were yesterday. The job I hold has been one of the most enjoyable experiences ever… and I’m not sure I’ll ever quit since I love this a lot. Recently, I was […]
There’s growing evidence that new state and local government projects remain plentiful across the U.S. Driving this surge in upcoming contracting opportunities are economic development efforts, law enforcement needs and upgrades to all types of public facilities. Most are funded by either state or local budgets, but a few are still supported by federal funding […]
Governmental entities are stressed… there is no doubt about that! Ongoing changes under the Trump administration are creating heightened uncertainty, placing added pressure on both public officials across all levels of government and private sector leaders navigating the shifting landscape. However, the number of public projects launching weekly at the state and local levels of […]
Hospitals and specialized health care services in rural areas and small towns have been declining for many years, and that has become a serious concern. Financial stress is the primary reason for the decline. The federal government has provided financial support for health care through various programs, but that support has now been reduced. Fortunately, […]
The focus on water is extreme in almost every state in America. That’s because there are dozens of water infrastructure projects that simply must be addressed. The most critical issues tend to be water resources, aging water treatment plants, flood control, aging dam structures and leaking water pipelines. These types of projects are usually expensive, […]
Amid concern about federal funding programs, cities throughout the U.S. are launching community-based projects to enhance citizen services, attract tourism and build community assets. These types of initiatives will continue to provide an abundance of collaborative opportunities in 2025. City leaders in Fremont, California, have announced plans for a new $35.5 million public recreation facility. […]