Jong Kim

Jong Kim serves as a Contract Specialist within the Public Buildings Service’s PBS R10 Construction Acquisitions Branch under the General Services Administration, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal construction procurements across Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. In this role, Jong executes complex design-build and construction contracts aligned with mission-critical infrastructure goals, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while advancing the agency’s priorities in resilience, energy efficiency, and operational continuity. Their work spans the acquisition of high-value, mission-critical facilities, including courthouses, federal office buildings, and related infrastructure, utilizing integrated project delivery methods to streamline design and construction phases. Jong collaborates closely with a diverse ecosystem of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional construction, electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and roofing. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, the contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms possessing proven expertise in federal construction standards, including those experienced in GSA’s Design-Build program and sustainable building practices. Relationships are characterized by structured performance management, rigorous compliance oversight, and proactive contractor engagement to ensure adherence to technical specifications and federal sustainability mandates. Jong demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over two-thirds of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, including a significant portion allocated to HUBZone and Women-Owned Small Business concerns. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses also receive targeted consideration, reflecting a deliberate strategy to foster equitable access to federal construction opportunities. This pattern underscores a disciplined approach to meeting statutory small business goals while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability. The procurement portfolio is heavily focused on NAICS 236220 for commercial and institutional construction, with substantial activity in electrical (238210), HVAC and plumbing (238220), and roofing (238160) services. These specialties reflect a technical domain expertise in building systems integration and infrastructure modernization, ensuring federal facilities meet stringent performance, safety, and sustainability benchmarks.