Dan Makowski

Dan Acquisition Center Makowski serves as a Contract Specialist within the Public Buildings Service’s R9 San Diego Field Office under the General Services Administration, where they play a pivotal role in securing mission-critical real estate infrastructure for federal agencies. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of commercial leasing and facility acquisition contracts, Makowski ensures alignment with GSA’s strategic goals of optimizing space utilization, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining secure, compliant federal work environments. Their portfolio primarily consists of nonresidential property acquisitions, including lease negotiations, space planning, and construction-related services to support federal occupancy requirements across Southern California. Makowski cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse array of vendors, including architectural firms, commercial construction contractors, and real estate service providers. While no single contractor dominates the award landscape, they consistently engage with firms possessing demonstrated expertise in federal compliance, facility design, and adaptive reuse of commercial properties. Their procurement approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Makowski prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with over 61% of acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 7.7% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity while ensuring a robust, competitive vendor base capable of delivering high-quality services to federal clients. Their technical focus centers on NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services), reflecting a deep specialization in design, planning, and space optimization for federal tenancy. They also oversee NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) projects, demonstrating expertise in procurement of construction services tied to tenant improvements and facility modernization. Makowski’s domain knowledge spans building codes, federal real estate standards, and sustainable design practices, positioning them as a key steward of mission-aligned infrastructure acquisition in the region.