Jim Holland

Jim Holland serves as a Senior Estimator within the PBS R6 Construction Acquisition Branch of the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he plays a critical role in the pre-award phase of federal construction procurements. Responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, analyzing bid proposals, and evaluating contractor pricing methodologies, Jim ensures that acquisition strategies align with fiscal responsibility and technical feasibility. His work directly supports the branch’s mission to deliver secure, sustainable, and mission-critical federal facilities through competitively awarded construction contracts. He primarily handles complex commercial and institutional building projects, including renovations, modernizations, and new construction initiatives requiring rigorous cost control and compliance with federal building codes. Jim collaborates closely with prime contractors, design-build teams, and construction managers to validate pricing structures and ensure alignment with project scope and performance requirements. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, his procurement patterns suggest consistent engagement with experienced general contractors possessing proven track records in federal construction delivery. His working relationships are characterized by a focus on transparency, competitive pricing integrity, and adherence to FAR-compliant estimation practices. Jim’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as non-set-aside. This indicates a strategic emphasis on maximizing competition among qualified firms rather than leveraging socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides. His approach prioritizes technical capability and cost efficiency over socioeconomic targeting, consistent with the branch’s large-scale infrastructure needs. His primary focus lies in NAICS 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction — encompassing the full lifecycle of office buildings, courthouses, federal service centers, and other public facilities. Jim brings deep expertise in estimating structural, mechanical, and electrical systems, as well as compliance with GSA design standards, energy efficiency mandates, and accessibility requirements under the ADA and A117.1 standards.