NASCA Press Release: Dhanraj Singh Announced as 2026 20 Under 40 Award Winner

For Immediate Release
May 14, 2026

Contact: Elizabeth Whitehouse, Executive Director, executivedirector@nasca.org

NASCA Press Release: Dhanraj Singh Announced as 2026 20 Under 40 Award Winner

Albany, NY — The National Association of State Chief Administrators is proud to announce Dhanraj Singh, Chief Procurement Officer at the New York State Office of General Services (OGS), as a 2026 NASCA 20 Under 40 Award recipient.

The NASCA 20 Under 40 Award recognizes 20 exceptional young leaders from across the country who are making significant contributions to state government. Our 2026 honorees represent the very best of public service – exemplifying innovation, collaboration, and a dedication to improving the lives of those they serve every single day.

As Chief Procurement Officer at OGS, Singh leads one of the most significant public procurement operations in the country, overseeing more than 1,500 contracts valued at approximately $34 billion. In this role, he has elevated the State’s procurement function through strategic sourcing, improved contract oversight, and proactive risk management. His leadership has strengthened transparency, enhanced compliance, and ensured procurement decisions consistently deliver value and fiscal responsibility for New York taxpayers.

Beyond managing a vast contract portfolio, Singh serves as Chair of the State Procurement Council, where he actively drives policy modernization and the adoption of best practices. He approaches procurement not simply as a transactional function, but as a strategic lever to improve efficiency, accountability, and long-term sustainability across state government.

Upon nominating Singh, Dan Kruger, Chief Strategy Officer at the National Association of State Procurement Officials, applauded Singh’s leadership style and results-driven approach to complex issues.

“What sets Dhanraj apart is not only his technical expertise, but his integrity and collaborative leadership style. With advanced degrees in law, business, political economy, and economics, he brings intellectual rigor to complex challenges, yet remains grounded in practical, results-driven solutions.”

Kruger continued, “Dhanraj’s work has strengthened procurement systems, advanced equity, and improved public trust. His impact on state administration and public procurement makes him exceptionally deserving of NASCA’s 20 Under 40 recognition.”

From ensuring transparency in state government operations to driving efficiency and effectiveness, Singh has consistently delivered for New Yorkers, reflecting the values represented by the NASCA 20 Under 40 Award. NASCA celebrates his selection as a 20 Under 40 recipient, and we look forward to his continued work advancing excellence in state government operations.

Founded in 1976, NASCA is the nation’s only nonpartisan, nonprofit organization serving chief administrative officers or CAOs. NASCA provides a forum for state chief administrative officers to exchange information and learn new ideas from each other and private sector partners. NASCA engages states in transforming government operations through shared knowledge, operational excellence, and thought leadership.

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