AIA Landon Baker

AIA Landon Baker serves as a key procurement professional within Nevada Public Works, supporting the agency’s mission to maintain and modernize the state’s critical commercial and institutional infrastructure. In this capacity, Baker oversees the acquisition of construction services for state-owned facilities, ensuring compliance with public works standards and operational resilience goals. Their procurement activities center on full-cycle contract management for capital improvement projects, including structural renovations, mechanical system upgrades, and site enhancements. Baker plays a vital role in translating infrastructure needs into competitive, transparent solicitations that align with Nevada’s long-term asset management strategy. Baker’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with no set-asides currently in use across their portfolio. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in available data, the procurement approach suggests engagement with qualified general contractors and specialty trade firms experienced in public-sector construction. Working relationships are likely structured around performance-based contracts, design-build delivery methods, and strict adherence to state bidding regulations, fostering accountability and project integrity. Baker’s contracting strategy demonstrates a strong emphasis on unrestricted competition, with 100% of acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This reflects a deliberate focus on selecting the most technically capable and cost-effective proposers, regardless of socioeconomic designation. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes are evaluated on technical merit, past performance, and compliance with public works standards. The primary procurement focus is exclusively on NAICS 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction — encompassing new construction, renovation, and rehabilitation of government facilities. Baker’s expertise lies in managing complex construction procurements involving structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and accessibility compliance under ADA and state building codes, ensuring that all projects meet rigorous safety, durability, and operational standards.