Max Previlon

Max Previlon serves as a Procurement Contracting Officer III within Florida’s Parks & Recreation Agency, where he plays a critical role in securing essential infrastructure and operational support services that sustain public recreational facilities. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—he ensures compliance with state and federal acquisition regulations while advancing the agency’s mission of operational sustainability and public safety. His acquisitions primarily focus on facility maintenance and technical systems, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, roofing, and signage infrastructure, all vital to the upkeep of parks, aquatic centers, and landscaped public spaces. Previlon maintains professional, transparent relationships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in building systems and controlled device manufacturing. While no single vendor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages qualified firms with demonstrated expertise in commercial and public-sector facility upgrades, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and lifecycle cost efficiency. His contracting approach prioritizes clear technical specifications, rigorous evaluation criteria, and timely contract execution to minimize service disruptions in high-traffic public areas. His procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions issued as no set-aside actions, indicating a focus on technical capability and value over socioeconomic classifications. This approach aligns with the agency’s need for reliable, scalable solutions from a broad base of qualified vendors, ensuring consistent service delivery across Florida’s diverse geographic regions. Previlon’s primary industry focus centers on NAICS 238220 (plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors), with significant activity in electrical contracting (238210), roofing (238160), sign manufacturing (339950), and specialized control device manufacturing (334519). He possesses deep technical familiarity with facility systems integration, environmental controls, and public safety compliance standards, enabling him to effectively evaluate complex bids and ensure procurement decisions support long-term asset management and operational resilience.