Why it Matters
Military construction lobbying is now part of Conti Federal Services‘ Washington strategy: the company hired BGR Government Affairs to advocate on MILCON and environmental remediation.
By the Numbers
The new client registration was filed on October 9, 2025 (registration). This is Conti’s first federal lobbying registration. Four BGR lobbyists are listed on the account: Lenwood A. Landrum, Daniel Q. Greenwood, Tristan R. Whitaker, and Alexander M. Gallo.
Broader Context
BGR registered eight new clients the same day, including defense contractors Sustainment Technologies Inc. and Tiberius Aerospace Inc.. The move signals growing focus on defense and national security lobbying as Congress prioritizes appropriations for military construction. For broader context on defense budgets see the Department of Defense and legislative activity on Congress.gov.
The Agenda
BGR’s registration states it will “provide strategic counsel and advocate on MILCON (military construction) critical infrastructure and complex environmental remediation.” No single bill is cited in the filing, but the focus aligns with work on defense spending and cleanup policy including PFAS remediation.
Competitive Landscape
Conti will enter a crowded field. Major firms like Bechtel National Inc. and AECOM already lobby on Air Force programs and PFAS remediation technologies, while state and regional groups such as the State of Nevada and the Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce push military construction priorities.
Between the Lines
- Key defense measures have advanced: the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2026 (S.2296) and the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2026 (H.R.3944) moved through Congress.
- Environmental measures such as the Military PFAS Transparency Act of 2025 (H.R.4192) reflect growing attention to contamination at military sites.
- House hearings covered topics including Innovative Techniques in Military Construction and FY2026 Military Construction appropriations.
The Bottom Line
Conti’s lobbying debut arrives as military construction appropriations hit new highs. With experienced lobbyists—former House Armed Services staffer Alexander Gallo and ex-Senate defense adviser Lenwood Landrum—the company gains important Washington access to influence MILCON and remediation work that affects its contracting pipeline.
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