Local businesses have a shot to shape the city’s future skyline and green spaces this year with a series of major development projects on the agenda. The City is rolling out major projects, including a new City Hall and upgraded parks, with opportunities in construction, utilities, design, and professional services. This spring, the City’s Business Engagement and Opportunities Program will launch, inviting businesses to learn how to get involved.
The program kicks off with a meet-and-greet featuring Balfour Beatty, the general contractor spearheading projects including the North Carolina Museum of History and UNC-Wilmington’s Housing Village. Interested parties should pencil in Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 5800 Faringdon Place, an event detailed by the City of Raleigh’s announcement. It’s a prime chance to network and to potentially get involved with the Civil War History Museum of Fayetteville, as well as other city projects.
The following day, Jan. 29, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., there will be an online (Microsoft Teams) HUB Certification Info Session. This session aims to guide businesses through getting certified as a Historically Underutilized Business with the North Carolina Department of Administration. Additionally, it’ll cover how to register as a City of Raleigh vendor, which could open doors to future contracts with the City…