RFS: Modernizing the Machinery of State & Local Government in 2025

We believe the software that underpins cities, public safety, and civic infrastructure is being rewritten from the ground up - and we’re entering a once-in-a-generation window to get it right. Across the country, state & local governments are racing to modernize. Legacy systems are collapsing under real-world stress. Residents expect the same speed and usability they see in the private sector. And for the first time - public funding, political will, and institutional urgency are all aligned. The need for disruptive companies in this category has never been more pronounced: What we’re looking for: We believe the next generation of great GovTech companies won’t just win on product. They’ll win on speed-to-value, creative GTM, and by tackling urgent use cases that cut through procurement red tape and deliver clear ROI from day one. We’re especially excited about companies that: To date, we’ve partnered with Obvio (AI-powered traffic safety and video intelligence) and RescueSight (real-tim

We believe the software that underpins cities, public safety, and civic infrastructure is being rewritten from the ground up - and we’re entering a once-in-a-generation window to get it right. Across the country, state & local governments are racing to modernize. Legacy systems are collapsing under real-world stress. Residents expect the same speed and usability they see in the private sector. And for the first time - public funding, political will, and institutional urgency are all aligned. The need for disruptive companies in this category has never been more pronounced: What we’re looking f