Charles Ferro

Contract Specialist serves as a key procurement professional within the Public Buildings Service’s Upstate New York Service Center, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of construction and facility support contracts aligned with the agency’s mission to modernize and sustain federal infrastructure. They execute competitive acquisitions under FAR Part 36, focusing on capital improvement projects, building system upgrades, and mission-critical renovations. Their portfolio primarily includes design-build, construction management, and maintenance service contracts, ensuring compliance with federal building standards and sustainability goals while delivering safe, efficient workspaces for federal agencies across Upstate New York. Contract Specialist maintains strategic partnerships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction, mechanical systems, roofing, and landscaping services. They engage with both large general contractors and niche specialty firms, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in performance-based contracting and quality assurance protocols. Their procurement approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and contractor accountability, with a consistent focus on delivering high-quality outcomes through rigorous contract administration and post-award oversight. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Contract Specialist prioritizes HUBZone set-asides at 50% of eligible opportunities and routinely structures total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 at 30%, reflecting a deep commitment to expanding access for small businesses in federally supported markets. Their contracting patterns consistently favor HUBZone-certified firms and small business concerns, aligning with federal mandates to promote economic development in underserved communities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. The specialist’s technical expertise centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant procurement activity in plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning (238220), roofing (238160), and landscaping services (561730). They possess specialized knowledge in building envelope systems, HVAC integration, and facility maintenance protocols, ensuring acquisitions support long-term operational efficiency and code compliance across federal properties.