The 2026 Chesterfield County Capital Project Sales Tax Commission agenda includes a formal presentation of a “New Chesterfield County Detention Center,” indicating that the county is positioning this as a major capital project to be funded through a future capital project sales tax referendum. County Administrator Michelle Stanley and Felts are listed as presenters for this requested project, and the agenda also sets time for an “Evaluation of County Requested Project(s),” showing that the scope, priority, and funding strategy are still being shaped. Because this is an early-stage capital project discussion before any procurement details or vendors are named, the detention center replacement/expansion is in open planning. This is a strong lead for A/E firms, jail planners, construction managers, owner’s reps, security and detention technology providers, and related professional services seeking to influence the program requirements and cost estimates as the Commission refines the list of projects to place before voters. Vendors can add value by offering needs assessments, conceptual design, cost modeling, and public communication support that help the Commission justify and structure the detention center project within the overall sales tax package.

Agenda also includes an overview of process and a separate item on timeline and communications for t...