Gilbert Kim

Gilbert Kim serves as a Procurement Contract Specialist within the Office of Public Works for Orange County, supporting the agency’s mission to maintain and modernize critical public infrastructure. In this secondary procurement role, he assists in the planning, solicitation, and administration of contracts for infrastructure maintenance and capital improvement projects. His responsibilities include coordinating bid evaluations, ensuring compliance with state and federal procurement regulations, and facilitating contract execution for construction and industrial supply acquisitions. He primarily supports acquisitions related to roofing systems, transportation infrastructure, and specialized metal container manufacturing, working closely with project engineers and fiscal officers to align contracting strategies with operational needs. Gilbert collaborates with a diverse pool of qualified contractors specializing in civil construction and industrial fabrication, though no single vendor dominates his procurement portfolio. He engages with both large regional firms and local subcontractors, fostering transparent, competitive bidding processes that prioritize technical capability, past performance, and adherence to safety and environmental standards. His working relationships are characterized by consistent communication, timely documentation, and a focus on performance-based outcomes rather than sole-source arrangements. Gilbert’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as non-set-aside. While he does not prioritize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, he ensures all solicitations are structured to allow equitable access for small and medium-sized businesses through clear evaluation criteria and accessible bidding procedures. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238160 (Roofing Contractors), 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), and 332439 (Other Metal Container Manufacturing). He routinely procures commercial-grade roofing membranes, stormwater management infrastructure, and custom metal enclosures for public facility applications, demonstrating technical familiarity with ASTM standards, OSHA compliance, and lifecycle cost analysis in infrastructure procurement.