MacKenzie Dunn

MacKenzie Dunn serves as a key procurement professional within the Public Buildings Service’s PBS R10 Construction Acquisitions Branch, part of the General Services Administration, where they oversee the acquisition of mission-critical federal construction projects across Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of design-build and construction contracts, Dunn ensures that federal facilities meet stringent standards for resilience, energy efficiency, and operational continuity. Their work directly supports the agency’s mandate to deliver secure, sustainable infrastructure for federal tenants, with a strong emphasis on integrated project delivery methods and compliance with federal construction codes. Dunn cultivates collaborative relationships with a broad base of qualified contractors, primarily focused on small businesses certified under federal socioeconomic programs. While no single contractor dominates the portfolio, the contracting pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to engage diverse, pre-qualified vendors capable of delivering complex construction services under tight regulatory and environmental constraints. Working closely with prime contractors and specialty subcontractors, Dunn fosters transparent, performance-based partnerships that prioritize quality, safety, and schedule adherence. A steadfast advocate for small business inclusion, Dunn consistently applies a 100% small business set-aside policy across all eligible acquisitions, aligning with FAR 19.5 and prioritizing participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and woman-owned small businesses. This approach ensures equitable access to federal construction opportunities and strengthens regional economic development in underserved communities across the agency’s footprint. The branch’s procurement activity centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), reflecting a focus on new construction and major renovations of federal office and public service facilities. Complementary activity under NAICS 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) underscores demand for specialized mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems integration. Dunn’s expertise lies in managing technically complex, high-stakes construction projects requiring coordination among architects, engineers, and trades to meet federal sustainability and security mandates.