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Norma-Erin Au serves as the primary contracting contact for the FIN - Facilities division of the King County Library System, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure services to maintain and modernize public library facilities across Issaquah and surrounding communities. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of procurement activities for facility upgrades, ensuring compliance with state and federal contracting standards while advancing the agency’s mission of delivering safe, energy-efficient, and accessible public spaces. Her portfolio primarily includes construction-related services requiring technical precision, including HVAC modernization, structural repairs, and indoor environmental improvements, often involving complex coordination between architects, engineers, and trade contractors. Norma-Erin Au works closely with a network of specialized contractors in the built environment, particularly those with expertise in plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems; architectural design and planning; and roofing systems. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based specifications and value engineering, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors who demonstrate technical competence, reliability, and adherence to sustainability benchmarks. She maintains a collaborative relationship with contractors, prioritizing transparent communication and timely contract administration to support mission-critical facility timelines. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on technical merit and contractor capability over socioeconomic classifications. While she does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her process remains fully compliant with all federal and state small business participation requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services), and NAICS 238160 (Roofing Contractors), reflecting deep expertise in building systems integration, facility envelope restoration, and climate control modernization. She specializes in procuring services that enhance indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and structural integrity, ensuring public library facilities meet evolving community needs and environmental standards.