Mitchell R Akers

Mitchell R. Akers serves as a Contracting Officer within the PBS R6 Construction Acquisition Branch of the General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service, where he is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal construction contracts. His portfolio centers on the design, construction, and renovation of mission-critical federal facilities, ensuring compliance with federal building codes, sustainability standards, and operational security requirements. Akers executes procurements under FAR Part 36, specializing in design-build, construction management-at-risk, and traditional bid-build delivery methods to support the modernization of federal infrastructure across the region. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, Akers maintains a consistent working relationship with a diverse pool of prime contractors, including large general contractors with federal construction experience and specialized trade firms with proven track records in federal compliance. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous pre-award evaluations, and post-award oversight to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and safety compliance across complex construction projects. Akers demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with a pronounced preference for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, which account for nearly 27% of his awards. He also actively supports broader small business participation under FAR Part 19.5, with approximately 9% of his acquisitions reserved for total small businesses. While the majority of his contracts are unrestricted, his deliberate use of set-asides reflects a balanced strategy to foster veteran-owned enterprise and promote equitable access to federal construction opportunities. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), which comprises over 70% of his activity, alongside significant engagement in architectural services (541310) and specialty trade contracting (238990). Akers brings deep expertise in managing integrated design-construction teams and complex building systems, ensuring that federal facilities meet evolving standards for energy efficiency, accessibility, and resilience.