Marina Barnes

Marina Barnes serves as a Contract Specialist within the Public Buildings Service under the General Services Administration’s Eastern Region, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurement strategies that support the modernization and operational resilience of federal facilities. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of acquisition activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—for services critical to facility sustainment. She primarily manages contracts for facilities support, janitorial services, and specialized fabricated metal products, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and sustainability mandates. Barnes aligns her work with the agency’s mission to deliver safe, efficient, and energy-efficient infrastructure across the Eastern region. While specific contractor names are not available, Barnes maintains a broad network of vendors serving federal building operations, including firms specializing in building systems maintenance, mechanical component fabrication, and facility services. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced engagement with both large-capacity service providers and small business contractors, fostering competitive, transparent procurement environments. She consistently prioritizes performance-based outcomes and contract clarity to ensure high-quality service delivery across diverse federal sites. Barnes demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 25% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no other set-aside categories are dominant, her portfolio reflects deliberate efforts to expand opportunities for small businesses, particularly those certified under general small business programs. Her approach supports federal goals for equitable access and workforce development through targeted contracting mechanisms. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561210 (Facilities Support Services) and 561720 (Janitorial Services), alongside 313210 (Broadwoven Fabric Mills) and 332999 (Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products). These categories indicate expertise in acquiring building maintenance consumables, custom metal components for infrastructure, and comprehensive facility operations services. Barnes brings technical proficiency in managing complex service contracts tied to federal building systems, energy efficiency upgrades, and compliance with sustainability standards.