Lawsuit Alleges Improper Procurement Practices in Governor's Residence Restoration

A federal whistleblower lawsuit was filed on September 16, 2026, concerning alleged improper procurement practices overseen by the Department of General Services. The suit was filed on behalf of Nicole Moyer, a procurement specialist who claims she was fired on March 24 of that year. Moyer alleges that she was fired after repeatedly raising concerns about the procurement process for the restoration and furnishing of the official Governor’s Residence, which was previously targeted by an arsonist.

The allegations center on the procurement practices used for a state asset, the official Governor’s Residence. The lawsuit claims that the administration of Gov. Josh Shapiro is responsible for the executive oversight of the Department of General Services’ procurement operations. These claims raise questions regarding the integrity and management of state contracts and state assets.