Bidding Wars and Unvetted Technologies—Insights from Cassie Clancy

Hi, Insiders,

This week on The Infrastructure Network, host Chad Smeltzer caught up with Cassie Clancy lancy, CEO of PIPE RELINE SOLUTIONS , to explore the realities of the current civil infrastructure market. With 2025 on the horizon, the challenges contractors and project managers face are evolving, but the heart of the conversation remains grounded in trust, accountability, and innovation.

Podcast Highlights: What’s Happening in the Market?

1. Bidding Woes Persist
2. The Risk of Untested Products
3. 2024’s Momentum and 2025’s Promise

Insights for the Civil Infrastructure Community

• The bidding process isn’t just about numbers—it’s about relationships and responsibility. Cassie stressed the importance of fostering collaboration among stakeholders and making informed choices, even when budgets are tight.
• Transparency, accountability, and careful planning will be critical as we tackle 2025’s challenges together.

Why This Matters: Cassie’s perspective offers a candid look at the hurdles facing our industry and provides actionable insights for professionals navigating the ever-changing market.

?? Don’t Miss This Conversation Dive deeper into these stories and insights by tuning into the full episode of The Infrastructure Network. Whether you’re a contractor, engineer, or project manager, this episode is packed with takeaways to keep you ahead of the curve.

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Until next week,

The Infrastructure Insider Team