Ethan Takahashi

Ethan Takahashi serves as a Contract Specialist within the PBS R11 Construction Services Division Center 2 (47PM02) of the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical construction and facilities modernization acquisitions across the National Capital Region. He manages the full lifecycle of design-build and professional services contracts, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing the agency’s strategic goals in integrated project delivery and long-term facility sustainability. His acquisitions primarily support high-visibility federal infrastructure projects, requiring coordination between architects, engineers, and construction managers to deliver secure, efficient, and resilient federal campuses. Takahashi collaborates closely with a diverse pool of qualified contractors specializing in architectural and engineering services, fostering partnerships with both large prime firms and small business subcontractors. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages firms with proven expertise in federal facility design, ADA-compliant renovations, and sustainable construction practices. His working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, rigorous oversight, and collaborative problem-solving to meet complex technical and regulatory requirements. A strong advocate for socioeconomic equity in federal contracting, Takahashi consistently structures solicitations to maximize small business participation, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes broad-based small business engagement, leveraging set-asides without preference for specific socioeconomic categories, ensuring competitive, open access for all qualified small firms. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to opportunity and fiscal responsibility. His procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services) and 541330 (Engineering Services), reflecting the agency’s reliance on integrated design and technical consulting for federal construction projects. He procures comprehensive design services, including schematic design, construction documentation, and construction phase support, with an emphasis on energy-efficient building systems, historic preservation, and adaptive reuse. His technical expertise spans building codes, federal design standards, and integrated project delivery models, ensuring that acquisitions align with both functional needs and long-term operational goals.