George N. Kanakaris

George N. Kanakaris serves as a Contracting Officer within the Public Buildings Service’s R5 Acquisition Management Division, where he oversees the procurement of construction, renovation, and facility support services for federal buildings nationwide. His role is central to executing the agency’s mission of modernizing the federal infrastructure through strategic acquisitions of building systems upgrades, interior renovations, and mission-critical operational services. Kanakaris manages a diverse portfolio of contract actions under FAR Part 36, primarily focused on design-build, performance-based, and fixed-price arrangements that ensure compliance with federal building standards and sustainability goals. He maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a key contractor delivering complex facility improvements across multiple jurisdictions. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven track records in federal construction and facility services, while also fostering competitive bidding environments to ensure value and accountability. Kanakaris engages contractors through transparent solicitation processes and rigorous performance evaluation frameworks to uphold quality and timeliness in mission-critical projects. Kanakaris demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half awarded as full and open competitions. This dual approach supports broad market participation while maintaining competitive integrity. He actively leverages small business set-asides to promote economic opportunity without compromising the agency’s operational needs. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 721110 (hotels and motels), 238190 (other building exterior contractors), 238160 (roofing), 236220 (commercial and institutional construction), and 561110 (office administrative services). This reflects expertise in integrated facility modernization, encompassing structural, envelope, and operational support services. Kanakaris brings technical proficiency in construction contract administration and performance-based service contracting to ensure federal facilities remain safe, efficient, and mission-ready.