Gabe da Silva

Gabe da Silva serves as Facilities Manager for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing the procurement and lifecycle management of critical infrastructure assets. Responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of public works facilities, he leads the acquisition of construction and maintenance services essential to sustaining county-wide transportation, water, and public works infrastructure. His procurement activities center on capital improvement projects involving building exteriors, structural systems, and mechanical environments, aligning directly with the agency’s mission to enhance infrastructure resilience and public safety. Da Silva manages competitive solicitations under federal and state procurement guidelines, prioritizing quality, compliance, and long-term performance over cost alone. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the procurement record, Da Silva consistently engages with qualified general contractors and specialty trades firms capable of delivering complex facility upgrades. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for experienced vendors with demonstrated expertise in building envelope systems, plumbing, heating, and HVAC installations, fostering long-term partnerships with firms possessing proven track records in public sector infrastructure delivery. He evaluates contractors based on technical capability, safety compliance, and past performance, emphasizing reliability and adherence to county standards. Da Silva’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of acquisitions open to all eligible bidders without socioeconomic preferences for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. This reflects a strategic focus on technical merit and capacity over socioeconomic categorization, consistent with the scale and urgency of infrastructure needs across Los Angeles County. While small business participation is not formally prioritized, vendors of all sizes are evaluated on equal footing based on compliance and performance criteria. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238190 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), underscoring his technical expertise in structural integrity and building systems integration. He routinely procures services related to façade rehabilitation, stormwater drainage retrofits, mechanical system overhauls, and facility modernization—all critical to maintaining the county’s aging infrastructure portfolio.