Gary Kaplowitz

Gary Kaplowitz serves as Project Manager for PBS R9 AMD Capital Projects under the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he leads the acquisition and delivery of mission-critical federal facilities across the Western United States. His responsibilities encompass end-to-end management of design-build and construction contracts for federal courthouses, land ports of entry, and other high-security infrastructure projects. Kaplowitz ensures compliance with federal construction standards, integrates resilience requirements under the Inflation Reduction Act, and coordinates with architects, engineers, and construction managers to deliver secure, high-performance facilities aligned with GSA’s sustainability and security mandates. He typically handles complex, multi-year capital projects awarded through sealed bidding and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 36. Kaplowitz cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction and building equipment installation. While no single vendor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages firms with proven experience in federal courthouse construction, seismic retrofitting, and integrated security systems. His working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, stringent quality control, and adherence to federal construction codes, fostering long-term partnerships with contractors who demonstrate technical excellence and regulatory compliance. Kaplowitz demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with demonstrated capacity in construction and building systems integration, though the majority of his contracts remain open to all competitors. His socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—supporting small business growth while ensuring project scale and complexity are met with qualified, capable vendors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), where he oversees new construction and major renovations of federal facilities. He also frequently procures services under NAICS 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), including HVAC, fire suppression, and electronic security systems. Kaplowitz’s technical expertise centers on integrated building systems, resilience engineering, and federal facility modernization, ensuring projects meet GSA’s stringent performance, safety, and sustainability benchmarks.