Kay Thompson

Leatrice K. Thompson serves as a Contracting Officer within the Public Buildings Service’s R8 Acquisition Management Division, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement strategies for federal facility infrastructure and operational support services. She manages a diverse portfolio of construction, renovation, and technical service contracts aligned with the mission of ensuring safe, efficient, and modern federal buildings and land ports of entry. Her acquisitions frequently involve integrated design-build solutions, facility modernization, and building systems procurement, requiring deep coordination with architects, engineers, and specialized contractors to meet stringent federal standards under FAR and FAR Part 36. Thompson maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including LEA MARIE LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and HANDYMAN NATION INC., reflecting a balanced approach to both large-capacity general contractors and niche service providers. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a preference for established vendors with proven track records in federal facility maintenance and construction, while also fostering reliable partnerships with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services across multiple jurisdictions. Her procurement strategy reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 41% of her awards designated for small business set-asides, including a notable emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides at 16.7%. While the majority of her contracts remain open competition, her consistent use of Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 underscores a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity within the federal contracting ecosystem. Thompson’s technical focus centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in related categories including analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing, communications equipment, and HVAC systems procurement. Her expertise spans the full lifecycle of facility infrastructure projects, from initial design-phase contracting to post-construction maintenance and specialized equipment integration, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of both construction and technical systems procurement within federal real property management.