Rasheed James

Rasheed James serves as a key procurement lead within the Public Buildings Service’s R2 Repair and Alterations Branch, overseeing the acquisition of facility maintenance and operational support services for federal buildings nationwide. Responsible for managing contract lifecycle activities from solicitation to award and administration, James ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing the agency’s mission to preserve, modernize, and safely operate federal infrastructure. His portfolio primarily includes construction-related repairs, building system upgrades, and facility services, with a strong emphasis on mission-critical renovations that sustain the operational readiness of federal properties. James maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors including F.L. Pinto Companies, LLC, RAAD Construction Group LLC, Southeast Restoration, Inc., Muba Construction, Corp., and SDPM JFM Construcciones Joint Venture. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with demonstrated expertise in federal facility rehabilitation, historic preservation, and complex renovation projects. His contracting approach prioritizes performance-based outcomes, technical compliance, and timely delivery, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in reliability and regulatory adherence. Notably, James’s procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on selecting the most qualified contractors regardless of business size or certification status, prioritizing technical capability and past performance over socioeconomic preferences. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 722514 (Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets) and 722310 (Food Service Contractors), indicating a significant operational need for on-site food service support within federal facilities. This specialization underscores his expertise in managing non-construction service contracts critical to daily building operations, blending facility maintenance with essential human services to ensure federal workplaces remain functional and habitable.