Q2 2026 brought significant changes to state, local and education government procurement. Government contractors, architecture, engineering, construction and professional services firms can leverage insights to identify and source upcoming opportunities. This market insight highlights key SLED trends, with a focus on contracting activity, information technology (IT) and the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) sectors.

Selling to state, local and education (SLED) governments offers a powerful opportunity to expand your customer base. These sectors spend trillions of dollars each year on goods and services, providing steady demand that can help stabilize and grow businesses.