# Amazon Ends Data Center NDAs

Amazon says it will stop using nondisclosure agreements in negotiations with local governments over data center deals, following Microsoft’s similar move earlier in 2026. The change comes amid community opposition that has contributed to hundreds of proposed or enacted data center moratoriums. No specific solicitation or award is identified, but the shift signals that data center developers and contractors may face greater expectations for transparency and local stakeholder engagement when pursuing projects.

- Local governments and communities may have more visibility into proposed data center projects during negotiations, which can affect project acceptance and timelines.
- Contractors supporting data center development should account for more open engagement with local stakeholders in their project planning and government-relations approach.
- The signals identify no contract values, procurement opportunities, or deadlines; the development is a change in negotiation practice rather than a specific award.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** October 09, 2026

### Government Entities
- Local governments

### Vendors
- Amazon ()
- Microsoft ()

### Sources
- [Amazon and others are done keeping data center deals secret. Is it enough to build trust? | TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/video/amazon-and-others-are-done-keeping-data-center-deals-secret-is-it-enough-to-build-trust) - TechCrunch