Deborah A. Durkins

Deborah A. Durkins serves as a key procurement professional within the Public Buildings Service’s R5 Acquisition Management Division, overseeing the acquisition of facility construction, renovation, and systems integration services for federal buildings nationwide. Her work directly supports the mission of modernizing the federal infrastructure by managing complex contracts for interior renovations, building system upgrades, and mission-critical facility operations. She handles a diverse portfolio of construction and engineering services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic infrastructure priorities. Durkins maintains consistent working relationships with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a primary contractor for facility improvement projects. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established, experienced vendors with proven capabilities in commercial and institutional construction, building systems, and specialized trades. She engages contractors through competitive, full-and-open solicitations while ensuring technical rigor in performance specifications and contract administration. Her contracting approach prioritizes broad market access, with 81.1% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, reflecting a focus on technical merit and full competition. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with 10.8% of awards designated as total small business set-asides and 8.1% awarded through 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission needs. Durkins specializes in procurements under NAICS codes 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), 238160 (Roofing Contractors), 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), with additional focus on architectural services under 541310. Her expertise lies in managing integrated facility upgrades involving mechanical, electrical, and structural systems, ensuring that acquisitions deliver durable, code-compliant, and energy-efficient outcomes for federal properties.