Lawrence R Hales

Lawrence R. Hales serves as a Contracting Officer within the Public Buildings Service’s Acquisition Management Division (47PE00) under the General Services Administration, where he leads the procurement of mission-critical construction and design services for federal facilities. His portfolio encompasses the full lifecycle of federal infrastructure, including the design, construction, and renovation of courthouses, office complexes, and other high-security government buildings. He is responsible for managing competitive solicitations, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and delivering cost-effective, sustainable, and secure facilities that meet the operational needs of federal agencies. His acquisitions are primarily performance-based, emphasizing integrated project delivery and design-build methodologies to optimize efficiency and accountability. Mr. Hales maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a trusted prime contractor with deep expertise in commercial and institutional construction. His procurement approach favors long-term, performance-driven partnerships with contractors who demonstrate proven capacity in delivering complex federal projects on schedule and within scope. He engages primarily with established firms possessing strong safety records, technical proficiency in federal building codes, and experience navigating GSA’s stringent compliance and sustainability requirements. Mr. Hales does not utilize socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of his awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on maximizing competition among qualified, experienced contractors rather than targeting specific socioeconomic categories. His approach prioritizes technical capability and past performance over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the agency’s emphasis on mission-critical delivery and risk mitigation. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), which accounts for the majority of his activity, followed by 236116 (New Multifamily Housing Construction) and 541310 (Architectural Services). He specializes in procuring integrated design-build services, structural renovations, and facility modernization projects that adhere to GSA’s sustainability and security standards, demonstrating strong expertise in federal construction procurement and facility lifecycle management.