James Thompson

James Thompson serves as a Contracting Officer for the PBS R4 Office of Leasing within the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he leads the acquisition of nonresidential real estate leases to support federal agency operations across the Southeastern United States. Responsible for executing full lifecycle procurement actions under FAR Part 17 and GSA leasing authorities, he ensures that lease agreements align with federal space standards, cost-efficiency mandates, and mission readiness objectives. His portfolio centers on long-term, fixed-term lease acquisitions for office, administrative, and operational facilities, with a focus on consolidating dispersed federal footprints into optimized, sustainable real estate solutions. Mr. Thompson maintains consistent contracting relationships with specialized real estate lessors, most notably CROWN LEASING INC and FINCANTIERI MARINE REPAIR LLC, both of which provide turnkey leasing services for federal facilities. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, facility condition assessments, and lease compliance with GSA’s Real Property Standards. He works closely with these vendors to negotiate lease terms that include maintenance obligations, build-out allowances, and transition timelines, fostering collaborative, long-term partnerships grounded in transparency and accountability. Mr. Thompson’s acquisition strategy reflects a 100% non-set-aside procurement posture, with no use of 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic preferences. His focus remains on securing the most cost-effective and mission-appropriate space through open competition, prioritizing value and operational fit over socioeconomic targeting. His primary technical domain is NAICS 531120—Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings—where he specializes in procuring fully leased, turnkey office and administrative facilities. He possesses deep expertise in evaluating building condition reports, utility infrastructure, accessibility compliance, and leasehold improvements, ensuring that all acquisitions meet federal workplace standards and sustainability benchmarks.