Matthew Harbeson

Matthew Harbeson serves as a key procurement lead within the PBS Regulated Utility Procurement Division of the General Services Administration, where he oversees the strategic acquisition of electric power, natural gas, and energy efficiency solutions for federal facilities nationwide. His role centers on advancing the agency’s decarbonization mission by executing complex, long-term energy service contracts—particularly Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs)—that deliver measurable reductions in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. He manages the full lifecycle of utility procurement, from needs assessment and solicitation to contract award and performance monitoring, ensuring compliance with federal energy mandates and sustainability goals. Harbeson collaborates extensively with regulated utilities, energy service companies (ESCOs), and infrastructure contractors capable of delivering turnkey energy retrofits and distributed generation systems. His working relationships are characterized by technical rigor and performance-based outcomes, with a preference for vendors possessing deep expertise in utility-scale grid integration, demand-side management, and real-time energy analytics. He prioritizes partners with proven experience in implementing ESPCs and meeting federal energy performance metrics under Title 41 and 42 U.S.C. provisions. His contracting activity reflects no set-aside preferences, with 100% of procurements conducted under full and open competition, indicating a focus on technical capability and cost-effectiveness over socioeconomic classifications. While small business participation is not formally prioritized, he evaluates all offerors on merit, ensuring compliance with federal procurement integrity standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 221122 (Electric Power Distribution), accounting for 80% of activity, with additional emphasis on NAICS 221112 (Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation). He specializes in procuring grid modernization services, substation upgrades, load management systems, and fuel supply agreements that support resilient, low-carbon federal operations. His domain expertise includes utility regulatory frameworks, power purchase agreements, and performance-based energy contracting methodologies.