Joshua Blickman

Joshua Blickman serves as a Contract Specialist within the PBS R3 Acq Management Division of the General Services Administration, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements to secure federal facilities and related services across Region 3. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of acquisition activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—for building construction, facility maintenance, and technology-enabled infrastructure projects. He ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s mission to modernize and maintain safe, efficient federal workspaces. Blickman routinely handles complex, high-stakes contracts requiring coordination with architects, engineers, and construction managers to deliver mission-critical real estate assets. Blickman cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including general contractors, specialty trade firms, and IT service providers, fostering transparent and competitive bidding environments. He works closely with contractors who demonstrate proven performance in federal facility projects, emphasizing accountability, safety, and schedule adherence. His approach prioritizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in regulatory compliance and performance-based outcomes, ensuring delivery of high-quality services that meet federal standards. Blickman demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 50% of his acquisitions structured as full and open competitions, while consistently utilizing Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans, aligning with GSA’s broader goals of equitable access and workforce inclusion. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), complemented by significant activity in electrical contracting (238210) and computer services (541511, 541519). This technical alignment underscores his expertise in procuring integrated facility solutions that combine physical construction with digital infrastructure, including custom programming for building automation and facility management systems.