Don B. Mattonen

Don B. Mattonen serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal construction acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and advancing agency mission objectives through strategic contract execution. He specializes in negotiating complex construction contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on achieving fair and reasonable pricing, risk allocation, and performance standards. His role is central to the agency’s procurement mission, bridging technical requirements with contractual obligations to deliver high-quality commercial and institutional building projects. Mattonen routinely handles firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts for new construction, renovations, and facility upgrades, working closely with project engineers, acquisition planners, and legal counsel to align contract terms with operational needs. While specific contractor relationships are not disclosed, Mattonen consistently engages with a broad spectrum of construction firms, including general contractors, specialty trade subcontractors, and design-build teams, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in transparency and accountability. His negotiation approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear deliverables, and robust quality assurance provisions, encouraging contractor accountability while maintaining flexibility for unforeseen site conditions. Mattonen demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, directing 100% of his procurement activity toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for small businesses, ensuring equitable access to federal construction contracts without preference for other socioeconomic categories. His contracting patterns prioritize small business prime contractors, promoting workforce development and community investment through targeted procurement. His primary technical focus is on NAICS 236220—Commercial and Institutional Building Construction—encompassing office buildings, educational facilities, government service centers, and other non-residential structures. Mattonen possesses deep expertise in interpreting architectural and engineering specifications, managing construction schedules, and enforcing safety and accessibility standards under the ADA and building codes, making him a key player in delivering mission-critical infrastructure.