John Gilbert

John Gilbert serves as a Contract Specialist at the PBS R1 Administration Support Center-RI (47PB06), part of the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for facility modernization and operational support services across federal buildings in the Northeast. His responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, conducting market research, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts for construction, engineering, and facilities support. John ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with the agency’s mission to enhance building resilience, safety, and accessibility through targeted infrastructure investments. John collaborates with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in building systems and facility operations, primarily engaging firms with proven expertise in plumbing, HVAC, engineering, and commercial construction. His working relationships are characterized by a focus on technical competency and regulatory compliance, often involving pre-solicitation outreach to ensure competitive bidding and contractor readiness. He fosters transparent, performance-based partnerships that prioritize quality, timeliness, and adherence to federal facility standards. John demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 16.7% of his awards designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a deliberate effort to support veteran-owned enterprises. While the majority of his acquisitions (83.3%) are open to full and open competition, he actively promotes small business participation through targeted outreach and clear eligibility criteria in solicitation language. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), each accounting for one-third of his portfolio, alongside 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 561210 (Facilities Support Services). He specializes in procuring technical services related to building systems integration, maintenance, retrofitting, and life-cycle support for federal infrastructure, demonstrating deep familiarity with federal facility standards and sustainability requirements.