A. Gergell

A. Gergell serves as a Campus Contact for the UNC System Office Design/Construction, playing a pivotal role in coordinating procurement activities for capital infrastructure projects across the University of North Carolina system. Responsible for aligning facility development with institutional priorities, Gergell facilitates the planning and execution of construction-related acquisitions, ensuring compliance with state and federal procurement regulations. Their work bridges campus needs with agency-wide design and construction standards, typically managing solicitations for commercial and institutional building projects, site development, and related construction services. Gergell acts as a key liaison between campus stakeholders and contracting officers, ensuring projects meet safety, sustainability, and functional requirements. While no specific contractor relationships are currently documented, Gergell engages with a broad spectrum of general contractors, design-build firms, and construction managers experienced in higher education environments. These partnerships often involve firms with proven track records in delivering complex, phased construction projects under tight operational constraints, particularly those familiar with public university campus logistics and regulatory compliance. Vendor interactions are characterized by a focus on performance-based outcomes, lifecycle cost analysis, and adherence to UNC System design guidelines. Gergell’s procurement activities reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions categorized as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on merit-based selection rather than socioeconomic set-asides, prioritizing technical capability and project fit over certification-based preferences. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes are evaluated on qualifications, past performance, and capacity to deliver mission-critical infrastructure. The primary NAICS focus areas are 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction and 333924 for Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing. This dual emphasis reflects procurement for both large-scale academic and student housing facilities and specialized material handling equipment critical to campus logistics and maintenance operations. Gergell’s expertise lies in navigating the intersection of architectural design, construction delivery methods, and operational equipment procurement within a multi-campus public higher education context.