Emma Tharp

The Assistant Architect serves as a primary point of contact for procurement submissions, overseeing the technical and administrative requirements for architectural and construction-related acquisitions. Their role is centered on managing the intake and processing of bids and proposals to support the agency's infrastructure and facility goals. Regarding set-aside preferences, the agency demonstrates a diversified approach to socioeconomic goals. While half of the procurement activity is categorized as No Set-Aside, there is a structured commitment to small business participation, including specific goals for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and a combined target of 17% for Minority-Owned Businesses and 13% for Women-Owned Businesses. Additionally, the agency manages specialized WICKS Exempt Projects requiring specific OPRHP_WE_1 form submissions. The agency's industry focus is heavily concentrated in the construction and specialty trades sectors. Procurement activity is evenly distributed across commercial and institutional building construction, electrical contractors, and plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning installation. Further technical specialization is evident in the procurement of masonry and roofing services.