Rhonda R. Nelson

Rhonda R. Nelson serves as a Contract Specialist within the Public Buildings Service’s R8 Acquisition Management Division, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurement actions for federal facility infrastructure and operational support services. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts—from solicitation and source selection to award and administration—for construction, engineering, and facility maintenance projects critical to the safety and functionality of federal buildings and land ports of entry. She specializes in integrated design-build and modernization contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations while aligning acquisitions with the agency’s mission of efficient, sustainable federal infrastructure. Nelson maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including LEA MARIE LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and HANDYMAN NATION INC., reflecting a preference for established, regionally rooted vendors with proven expertise in building systems and site services. Her contracting patterns indicate a reliance on repeat performers with demonstrated performance in facility maintenance, security integration, and light construction, fostering stable, performance-driven vendor partnerships that prioritize reliability and regulatory compliance. Her procurement approach is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 91.7% of awards issued under full and open competition, reflecting a focus on technical merit and capacity over socioeconomic preferences. However, she maintains a consistent 8.3% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation without compromising mission-critical requirements. Nelson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 238160 (Roofing Contractors), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), with significant activity in pest control (561710) and specialized technical services (541990). Her expertise centers on building envelope systems, structural integrity, and facility lifecycle support, making her a key steward of federal asset durability and operational readiness.