Karisa Kelley, Contract Specialist

Karisa Kelley serves as a Contract Specialist within the PBS R10 Services Acquisitions Branch of the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where she plays a pivotal role in procuring integrated facilities support services essential to the safe, functional, and accessible operation of federal buildings. Her responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, conducting market research, evaluating proposals, and managing contract awards in compliance with FAR regulations. She specializes in service-based acquisitions that sustain the physical infrastructure of federal facilities, with a focus on operational and maintenance contracts requiring high standards of compliance, resilience, and accessibility. Karisa collaborates with a diverse array of vendors, including small business contractors specializing in facilities management, landscaping, and janitorial services, as well as management consultants supporting operational efficiency. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering scalable, performance-based services under task order contracts. She fosters transparent, competitive bidding environments and maintains strong working relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical competence and regulatory compliance. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Karisa prioritizes small business participation, with 60% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting approach consistently aligns with GSA’s mission to expand opportunities for small businesses, particularly those certified under the 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs, reflecting a deliberate strategy to promote equitable access to federal contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561730 (Landscaping Services), 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), and 561720 (Janitorial Services), with additional emphasis on facilities support and telephone answering services. Karisa brings specialized expertise in performance-based service contracting, ensuring that acquired solutions meet federal standards for sustainability, accessibility, and operational continuity across the federal real estate portfolio.