Allan Kram

Allan Kram serves as the primary procurement contact for the State Construction Office in North Carolina, overseeing the acquisition of capital infrastructure projects for state-owned facilities. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of contracting activities for commercial and institutional building construction, ensuring alignment with state standards for safety, accessibility, and sustainability. His responsibilities include soliciting bids, evaluating proposals, negotiating contract terms, and overseeing performance compliance for large-scale public works projects, particularly in educational, correctional, and institutional facilities. Kram plays a critical role in translating the agency’s strategic capital improvement goals into actionable procurement initiatives that deliver long-term public value. Kram’s contractor relationships are primarily with general contractors and construction management firms specializing in public-sector infrastructure. He works closely with firms experienced in navigating state procurement regulations, building code compliance, and phased construction delivery methods such as design-build and construction manager-at-risk. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages vendors with proven track records in institutional construction, including those experienced in retrofitting aging mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems within occupied facilities. Kram’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of procurements issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on selecting the most qualified offerors based on technical merit and past performance rather than socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally mandated, he maintains transparency and fairness in evaluation criteria, allowing all eligible firms to compete on an equal footing. His procurement activity is exclusively focused on NAICS 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction — encompassing new construction, renovations, and major rehabilitation of public buildings. He specializes in procurements involving structural systems, HVAC upgrades, ADA-compliant modifications, and energy-efficient building envelopes, demonstrating deep expertise in public-sector construction delivery and facility modernization standards.