State of the City 2026

The 2026 State of the City address for Greensboro, North Carolina, delivered by Mayor Mary Kay Abu-Zayyad, highlighted the city's ongoing growth, community achievements, and future strategic initiatives. Key procurement-related topics included the announcement of the Windsor Chavis Noco Community Complex topping off and on schedule for a 2027 opening, as well as the completion of the downtown Greenway's 25-year vision. The mayor emphasized the city's Vision 36 framework, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure investment, and housing development, including a goal to support 10,000 new housing units by 2030, with over 3,200 homes already under construction or completed. The address also featured a panel discussion with local education leaders on talent retention and workforce development, underscoring the importance of partnerships between the city, educational institutions, and employers to foster economic development and innovation. While no specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, the discussion pointed to ongoing and future capital projects and strategic collaborations that will influence Greensboro's procurement and development activities.