The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to assess the effects of recent Federal Reserve interest rate reductions on federal construction projects. The objective of this RFI is to gather insights from construction firms regarding how these interest rate changes may influence financial planning, cost of capital, pricing strategies, project viability, and risk management in relation to contracting with the federal government. This initiative is crucial for understanding the financial impacts of interest rate decreases and potential adjustments in bidding strategies, ultimately enhancing the attractiveness of partnering with the VA for construction work. Responses to the RFI are due by October 31, 2024, and should include company qualifications and insights relevant to the interest rate changes. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Gerald Brusaw at gerald.brusaw@va.gov or Andrea Greene at andrea.greene2@va.gov.