Environmental Resilience

New York awarded more than $249 million across 181 water-quality and resilience projects, including over $246 million for 139 WQIP projects and more than $2.9 million for 42 planning grants. This is awarded funding, not an open solicitation; contractors should track recipient-level procurements for construction, engineering, treatment, stormwater, and related work.

New York opened its $225 million Clean Water for Housing program on October 23, 2026, for eligible municipalities pursuing drinking water, sewer, and stormwater projects that support housing growth. Applications are being accepted by the Environmental Facilities Corporation on a first-come, first-served basis, with $50 million reserved for rural municipalities; a separate $45 million Green Resiliency Grants opportunity is also open.

The New York State Department of Transportation has awarded a **$143.5 million** contract for the construction of an underground stormwater trunkline as part of the I-81 Viaduct Project in Syracuse. This investment is crucial for enhancing drainage systems, promoting environmental sustainability, and improving regional mobility. Contractors should prepare for upcoming opportunities in urban infrastructure development.