David A. Carson

David A. Carson serves as a Contract Specialist within the PBS R8 Acquisition Management Division of the General Services Administration, where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions for federal facility infrastructure and operational support services. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—primarily focusing on design-build construction, facility modernization, and building systems integration. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to ensure the safety, functionality, and efficiency of federal buildings and land ports of entry nationwide, utilizing integrated contracting strategies aligned with FAR Part 36 and performance-based service acquisition principles. Carson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction, including LEA MARIE LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and HANDYMAN NATION INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in facility maintenance, roofing, plumbing, HVAC, and site development. His contracting approach emphasizes performance outcomes, quality assurance, and contractor accountability, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in compliance and delivery reliability. His procurement patterns demonstrate a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with nearly two-thirds of his awards structured as small business set-asides. He regularly utilizes 8(a) competed, service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), and HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and underserved businesses while maintaining competitive integrity under FAR Part 19. Carson’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in roofing (238160), plumbing and HVAC (238220), and facilities support services (561210). He specializes in procuring integrated construction and maintenance services that support the lifecycle management of federal properties, demonstrating deep expertise in performance specifications, construction oversight, and facility systems integration.