Blair Hayes

Blair Hayes serves as a Building Management Specialist at the Public Buildings Service’s R3 Charleston Field Office, where they play a critical role in overseeing the acquisition and lifecycle management of federal facility infrastructure. Responsible for planning, soliciting, and administering construction and renovation contracts, Hayes ensures that federal buildings across the Mid-Atlantic region meet safety, efficiency, and operational standards. Their work directly supports the agency’s mission to modernize aging infrastructure through strategic procurement of building envelope repairs, interior finishing, and utility system upgrades. Hayes routinely manages solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation for architect-engineer services, construction, and facility logistics, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and sustainable building practices. Hayes maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction, concrete foundation work, building finishing, and facility relocation services. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, they consistently engage with small and mid-sized firms capable of delivering high-quality, code-compliant work under tight timelines. Their contracting approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with firms that demonstrate technical proficiency and reliability in federal facility environments. A staunch advocate for small business inclusion, Hayes directs 100% of their procurements toward total small business set-asides in compliance with FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for locally based and socioeconomically disadvantaged firms, with consistent engagement of Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Their contracting patterns demonstrate a strong institutional commitment to socioeconomic equity and regional economic development through federal spending. Hayes’ procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 238390 (Other Building Finishing Contractors), reflecting expertise in interior renovations, flooring, wall systems, and ceiling installations. Additional emphasis is placed on 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction) and 238110 (Poured Concrete Foundations), indicating hands-on experience with structural and utility infrastructure upgrades. Their technical domain includes building envelope integrity, HVAC integration, and facility move management under NAICS 484210, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the full spectrum of federal facility operations.