James A. Cooley

James A. Cooley serves as a Purchasing & SM Specialist, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for construction and facility-related services within his organization. He plays a critical role in executing compliant, efficient procurement actions that align with federal contracting regulations and agency operational needs. His portfolio primarily encompasses commercial and institutional building construction, roofing, and HVAC systems, ensuring that infrastructure projects are delivered through competitively awarded contracts. Cooley works closely with project managers and technical evaluators to define requirements, develop solicitation documents, and ensure contract performance standards are met. While specific contractor names are not available, Cooley maintains relationships with a broad spectrum of contractors specializing in building construction trades, including general contractors, specialty trades, and small business vendors. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and performance-based contracting, fostering transparent vendor engagement and accountability. He routinely collaborates with contractors who demonstrate technical competence, past performance, and adherence to safety and quality standards in the built environment. Cooley’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 94.4% of awards issued without set-aside designation. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 5.6% of awards to 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to socioeconomic programs. His approach balances broad market access with targeted opportunities for certified small businesses, aligning with federal goals for equitable contracting. His primary NAICS focus centers on Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220), with significant activity in Roofing Contractors (238160) and Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220). He also manages occasional Postal Service-related acquisitions (491110), indicating experience with federal facility infrastructure. Cooley’s expertise lies in complex, multi-trade construction procurements requiring precise specifications, performance metrics, and compliance with building codes and federal construction standards.