Karen S. Geier

Karen S. Geier serves as a Contract Specialist within the Public Buildings Service’s R8 Acquisition Management Division, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions for federal facility infrastructure and operational support services. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from requirements development and market research to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with GSA’s mission to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable federal buildings nationwide. Her portfolio primarily encompasses design-build construction, facility modernization, and integrated building services, with a strong emphasis on compliance with federal acquisition regulations and performance-based contracting standards. Geier maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of contractors specializing in site development, security, and facilities support, including LEA MARIE LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and HANDYMAN NATION INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced, locally rooted vendors capable of delivering mission-critical services across diverse federal sites, including land ports of entry. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, responsiveness, and adherence to technical specifications, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in performance accountability. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Geier consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 88.9% of her awards designated for small businesses. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for small, disadvantaged, and locally based firms, aligning with GSA’s broader socioeconomic goals and fostering a resilient, competitive vendor base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561210 (Facilities Support Services), with significant activity in janitorial services, site preparation, and specialty trade contracting. She also manages acquisitions in motor and generator manufacturing, demonstrating technical proficiency across both service and light manufacturing domains. Geier’s expertise ensures that federal facilities receive integrated, high-quality operational support tailored to mission-critical infrastructure needs.