Federal Spending Report — 2026-11-09
Agriculture Department Issues $19K Direct Payment to North Carolina Housing Partnership
The Department of Agriculture obligated $19,000 in federal spending on November 9, 2026, awarding a single direct payment to Quail Hollow Apartments Limited Partnership in North Carolina. The transaction represents routine housing-related assistance distributed through departmental programs.
The award to Quail Hollow Apartments Limited Partnership constituted the sole obligation recorded for the date, making it the day's largest—and only—documented federal expenditure in this dataset. The $19,000 direct payment mechanism suggests support for residential or rural housing initiatives, consistent with the Department of Agriculture's portfolio of community development programs.
Quail Hollow Apartments Limited Partnership emerged as the sole contractor receiving federal funds on this reporting date. As a limited partnership entity, the recipient likely operates residential housing stock, potentially serving rural or underserved communities within North Carolina's jurisdiction.
The Department of Agriculture's single award reflects its ongoing role in supporting housing and community infrastructure beyond its traditional agricultural functions. The agency has maintained extensive programs targeting rural development, housing preservation, and community facilities through various direct payment mechanisms.
North Carolina accounted for 100 percent of recorded federal obligations on November 9, 2026, with the entirety of the $19,000 flowing to the state. The geographic concentration underscores regional focus of the day's federal activity, though the limited transaction volume prevents broader pattern analysis.
The direct payment structure indicates funds transferred without competitive bidding requirements, suggesting either a pre-established program allocation or a category of assistance exempt from competitive procurement processes. Such payments often support affordable housing development, rural infrastructure, or community facilities that meet specific federal eligibility criteria.