Here’s a unique gift for technology firms looking for exciting new contract pursuits

There is the usual type of data and research…and then there is research so unique it is difficult to find. The Strategic Partnerships Team has never been interested in providing ordinary research and data. Instead, the team pushes beyond the norm – always –tracking funding of every type from every jurisdiction. We also research new […]

Insights and guidance shared by former public officials

The Capital Building

Here’s a bit of advice for government contracting companies from a team of former government executives. The issues covered and the questions answered are ones that the Strategic Partnerships Team is asked about often – even by experienced sales execs. I’m sharing this advice because the public sector market can be daunting, and the guidance […]

A New Era of Airport Innovation and Opportunity

As airports around the world launch terminal expansions, air mobility projects, and new conveniences for passengers, U.S. airports face mounting pressure to meet increasingly elevated expectations.  U.S. airports are responding by investing in a wave of modernization and innovation efforts designed to improve the passenger experience, enhance safety, produce more operational efficiency and provide long […]

A quick look at new state funding allocations for 2025 and 2026 

The Strategic Partnerships Team has extremely good researchers, and it is always interesting to see what they can produce when I ask them to brief me on something. This week I wanted to know if there were commonalities in funding allocations resulting from state legislative sessions that had just ended. We are always looking for […]

A fast-growing trend may have great impact on government procurement

Just hours ago, the Trump Administration asked Congress to claw back $9.4 billion in funding that had already been approved. The requested cuts are primarily a result of recommendations made by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) a program led, until recently, by Elon Musk. If the House and Senate agree, this request will halt […]

Water Infrastructure Upgrades Create New Wave of Contracting Opportunities

Water infrastructure and water purity are a top focus for government leaders throughout America. Across the country, cities and counties are investing in large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure upgrades to modernize systems, comply with tightening environmental regulations, and meet rising demand. With construction timelines ranging from late 2025 through 2028, the projects detailed below represent […]

Trump’s proposed 2026 budget offers insight into more change

Everything happens quickly at the federal level of government these days. It has become common to have numerous executive orders announced every few days. So, it seems fitting to look at what has changed, what is likely to change and what may be required in the coming months. This column is written specifically for companies […]