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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Mobile District shared materials from the October 28, 2026, industry day for the Selma, Alabama, Flood Risk Management and Bank Stabilization Project. The briefing deck and attendance sheet contain Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI); interested contractors must contact the contracting office to verify DoD contractor eligibility and satisfy access requirements before obtaining them. No solicitation, contract value, or award timeline is identified.

• Contractors interested in the project should contact the contracting office to confirm eligibility and access procedures for the CUI materials.
• The industry day materials may help eligible firms understand the project scope and potential work, but the signal does not establish a solicitation or award opportunity with a stated value or deadline.

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• USACE Selma Flood Risk Management Project Industry Day Materials · SAM · Nov 03

The HCAM Planning Board meeting on November 3, 2026, considered a remanded definitive subdivision application for 0 Benson Road. The applicant presented revised plans for two lots, including a 16-foot driveway, drainage and infiltration systems, updated wetlands and topography, and fire-department access review. The board discussed outstanding peer-review items, stormwater calculations, requested waivers, and the need for an environmental analysis; the applicant agreed to provide that analysis and updated stormwater information. The board voted unanimously to grant waivers for specified plan and cross-section scales, and members indicated support for waivers concerning the driveway gutter mouth, width, and sidewalk-related requirements. No contract awards, purchasing decisions, or procurement spending were identified.

Because the hearing deadline was November 10 and a court extension had not yet been requested, the board voted unanimously to continue the public hearing to November 9. The board also discussed proposed zoning changes concerning scenic-road tree removals and historic structures. Members requested clarification of the proposed tree-health terminology and periodic reporting on removals, and agreed to seek input from the Historic Commission before deciding whether to revise the historic-structures bylaw.

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• Planning Board · HCAM · Nov 03

Roanoke City Council and its Legislative Committee met on November 2, 2026. The committee reviewed federal funding and legislative priorities, including two pending congressionally directed spending requests related to transportation and early planning for FY 2028 requests. Staff said they were coordinating with the congressional delegation and would match projects to appropriate funding programs; a first phase of Amtrak station improvements was among the projects discussed. The committee also monitored the November 18 comment deadline in the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger proceeding and said draft comments would be circulated for council review. No federal award or contract approval was reported. The committee amended and adopted the city’s 2027 legislative agenda by motions and roll-call votes. Changes included replacing an affordable-dwelling-unit request, which staff said was addressed by enacted SB 74 effective July 1, 2027, with proposed stronger statewide measures for blighted properties, and updating the agenda’s data-center safeguards. A Radford University state budget amendment request was discussed; the transcript gives an amount of $313,432,000 and also cites a $17.5 million planning estimate, but provides insufficient context to clarify the figures or indicate council approval.

At the council meeting, Western Virginia Water Authority CEO Mike McAvoy presented an exploratory water-supply study. Alternatives under review include improving system interconnections, groundwater studies, and potential reservoir or dam work; replacing the Carvins Cove Dam was estimated at about $100 million. The authority said a regional water-supply-plan RFP was out, with no award reported, and described ongoing water-main replacement work. Council discussed water demand from large industrial users, including data centers, and how future infrastructure costs might be allocated; no project funding or construction authorization was approved. The council recessed for closed meetings.

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• Roanoke City Council Meeting on November 2,, 2026, at 9:00am · Roanoke Valley Television - RVTV · Nov 03

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District will host an Industry Day on November 19, 2026, at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Building 70, with virtual participation available. The event will brief industry and solicit feedback ahead of a planned competitive Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) procurement for a 300-member Army Reserve Center, including preconstruction collaboration followed by construction of the center, a storage building, and supporting site work. The event is 16 days away as of November 3, 2026.

• Construction managers can use the Industry Day to learn about the planned two-phase approach and provide feedback before the competition.
• Companies planning to attend in person should complete the required site-access steps and send DBIDS pre-registration codes and access details to Steven Hall at Steven.Hall@DLA.MIL; virtual participation is also available.
• The opportunity is relevant to firms with commercial and institutional building construction experience; the supplied NAICS code is 236220.

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• Industry Day for CMAR construction of an Army Reserve Center in Richmond, Virginia · SAM · Nov 03

The City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire Sustainability Committee meeting, titled October 22, 2026, focused on sustainability priorities and the city’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The committee discussed a proposed $50,000 CIP request for a consultant-led zero-waste study, covering waste volumes, best practices, implementation challenges, and estimated costs and savings. Public Works and Planning staff were described as supportive, but the request had not yet been approved. Members also reviewed solar projects and fleet electrification; staff viewed EV purchases as part of the city’s rolling-stock planning, while members sought clearer commitments and follow-up. Public transit and a shuttle-loop initiative were also discussed; a combined parking/public-transportation CIP entry was cited at $150,000, though the amount attributable to transit was unclear. The committee voted to authorize members to send the CIP subcommittee additional context and clarifications on the solar and EV proposals. No contract awards or procurement approvals were made.

The committee also approved a motion supporting a grant application for a heat-sensor network, with committee representatives to provide a letter of support. A guest presentation covered waste reduction, reusable containers, composting, state legislative proposals, and local limits on regulating plastics. Members discussed possible community engagement and coordination with city departments, but made no further spending decisions. The minutes were approved with amendments.

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• 10.22.2026 Sustainability Committee · City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire · Nov 03

The Little Rock Board of Directors meeting, called as the November 2, 2026 meeting (metadata dated November 3, 2026), approved an ordinance authorizing a contract with Lena Foundation for 75 Grow Room Direct kits for early-childhood classrooms in the Little Rock Local LEAD service area. The contract is not to exceed $112,500, plus applicable taxes and fees, and was approved on third and final reading. The board also approved, on three readings and with an emergency clause, an ordinance authorizing limited-tax general-obligation capital-improvement bonds; the transcript says the bond sale had occurred that morning but does not provide the final bond amount or specific projects.

The board discussed a proposed police surveillance-technology reporting ordinance, including reporting, public input, and approval requirements. Members raised questions and proposed removing provisions concerning Public Safety Commission review and board approval for persistent deployments, as well as correcting a typo. The ordinance did not advance to second reading because it lacked the required votes to suspend the rules; the discussion indicated it would return after revisions. No other procurement decisions were identified.

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• Little Rock Board of Directors Meeting 11.2.26 · City of Little Rock · Nov 03

At its November 3, 2026 meeting, the Denton County Commissioners Court unanimously approved several procurement and spending items. It approved renewal of Veracode SAST, DAST, and SCA software support from GB Tech Incorporated for $138,249.11 through Texas DIR cooperative contract DIR-CPO-5687, and approved the evaluation committee’s ranking of Barnes Works Group as the most qualified firm for Civil Courts building commissioning services under RFPQ232778. The Court also authorized miscellaneous vehicles and equipment to be auctioned and approved disposal of surplus salvage items. It recognized the Purchasing Department’s 31st consecutive Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award; this was an award recognition, not a contract award.

Other approved funding and service agreements included a $2.3 million FY 2026–27 social services agreement with Denton County MHMR Center, an agreement with CASA of Denton County and Span Incorporated, and an interlocal agreement with Argyle ISD Police Department for use of county radio communications. The Court also approved a warrant-entry maintenance and confirmation services agreement with the City of Highland Village. Following a public hearing, it adopted a revised 6% inpatient and 6% outpatient assessment rate for the Local Provider Participation Fund, using Medicare cost-report and upper-payment-limit methodology requested by the state; the presenter said this clarified calculation and documentation requirements rather than substantially changing the program. The Court approved a public-health grant budget-category redistribution without changing the contract amount and a revised WIC notice of award. All recorded votes on these items were unanimous.

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• Denton County Commissioners Court · Denton County, Texas · Nov 03

The Mandan Public School Board meeting, held November 3, 2026, reviewed facilities priorities and district property sales. The facilities and finance recap covered a capital projects plan focused on older elementary schools, water issues at the middle school, and future work at Fort Lincoln. The board also discussed the pool’s condition and the financial challenges of addressing it. The district is taking bids on old lots, and the board voted to enter executive session to discuss negotiation strategy for the sale of school district property. No contract awards, vendor selections, or specific project budgets were identified.

The board voted to refer the internet and social media use proposals, including the acceptable-use agreement, to the policy and personnel committee for review and recommendation. It also approved the consent agenda policies, the superintendent’s formative evaluation, and an open-enrollment application. The adjusted agenda was approved; no procurement-related award or spending motion was reported.

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• Mandan Public School Board 2026-11-02 · Dakota Media Access · Nov 03

The City of Worcester Off-Street Parking Board meeting (meeting metadata dated November 3, 2026; title references October 29, 2026) approved the April 29, 2025 minutes and unanimously approved a parking agreement with 22 Elm Street LLC for 50 nonreserved spaces at the Pearl-Elm Garage. The agreement has a 10-year term and allows either party to terminate with 30 days’ written notice; adding spaces would require a contract amendment and further board approval. The spaces will serve a recently completed 22-unit affordable condominium development, described as a $14.3 million investment, with no on-site parking. The board also reviewed FY2026 parking finances: approximately $5.894 million in revenue, $6 million in expenses, and a net loss of $123,383 for garages and lots, with an ending fund balance of about $4.363 million. Staff said recommendations for monthly parking rates will be presented at a future meeting.

Staff reported that a new stairwell at the Federal Plaza Garage, including lighting and painting, was completed for approximately $700,000. Waterproofing and a fire alarm system at the Union Station Garage are out to bid, with an estimated gross cost of about $2 million and 80% expected to be covered by federal funding. A contract is anticipated in the first quarter of 2027, with work expected to finish during 2027; the final cost and local share may vary with bid results. No award for that project was reported at this meeting.

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• Off Street Parking Board 10292026 · City of Worcester · Nov 03

The Burleigh County Commission meeting was held November 2, 2026. The commission approved the Highway Department’s 2027 fee schedule and equipment bids: Acme Tools was identified as the low bidder for a new 2027 Kubota M7 mower tractor, and Ardo Equipment was the apparent low bidder for three 2027 motor graders under five-year total-cost bids with guaranteed repurchase; one grader includes GPS. The commission also approved advertising for bids to repair Bridge No. 081-1820, a project included in the 2027 highway budget, with bidding expected before year-end. The repair was approved 4–1; staff said replacement was not currently supported by federal bridge funding. Commissioners received an update on the Apple Creek Road bridge project, which was reported to be within 2–3% of its contract amount.

The commission approved the bills and confirmed an earlier authorization to use reserve funds to reimburse affected taxing districts for a 2025 levy calculation error, with the amount discussed at approximately $913,000. It deferred a zoning-application refund request until staff provides a cost breakdown and suggested developing a consistent future policy for such refunds. The commission also approved a zoning ordinance revision with one provision removed for further review; shop condos remain listed in the industrial district while the county considers further definitions and rules. No other new contract awards were identified.

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• Burleigh County Commission 2026-11-02 · Dakota Media Access · Nov 03