As President and CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc., Mary Scott Nabers has decades of experience working in the public-private sector. A well-recognized expert in the P3 and government contracting fields, she is often asked to share her industry insights with top publications and through professional speaking engagements. Get an exclusive look at upcoming trends and insider tips from Mary herself on the SPI blog.
Water resources are a critical component of any region’s ecosystems. But, perhaps even more important is the realization that water is also essential for human survival. Its needs cannot be ignored. In 2023, the U.S. market for only drinking water treatment and wastewater systems was estimated to be $4.93 billion. This revelation also revealed that […]
June 14, 2024 by Mary Scott Nabers The Atlantic hurricane season, which will continue until the end of November, officially began June 1. The season has started slower than usual, but the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast is ominous. The 2024 season is predicted to be unusually active, with 17 to 25 named […]
The National Fire Department Registry lists more than 52,290 registered fire stations in America, which are managed by approximately 1.2 million career, volunteer and civilian personnel. A similar list of state police departments in the U.S. outlines more than 19,000 local police facilities, 11,788 local police departments and 2,889 sheriff’s offices – this first-responder segment […]
Last week, the federal All-Stations Accessibility Program announced its third round of funding awards and another $343 million for transit infrastructure projects, and much-needed support will soon flow to upcoming transit projects. Specifically, the revenue will focus on projects that increase accessibility, but the contracting opportunities will call for much more than just construction. This […]
Medical schools represent billions in spending each year, and the federal government provides financial support throughout the U.S. They conduct incredible research and provide outstanding services to the general public at the institutions. There are currently 156 accredited medical schools in America, and the public and private institutions receive about $4 billion in funding and […]
There are significant opportunities on the horizon, with hundreds of millions of dollars in funding still available for reservoir and water pipeline projects. This funding, which must be claimed by 2026, is a testament to the commitment and support for these crucial projects. Conveyance programs have money waiting to support reservoir and pipeline projects, with […]
Officials at all jurisdictional levels of government develop planning documents that outline upcoming initiatives. Additionally, upcoming projects are often listed in budgets, but large initiatives are usually in planning documents of some sort. The most common planning document is called a capital improvement plan (CIP). These documents list projects that officials want to launch along […]