Ric J. Sochor, Contract Specialist

Ric J. Sochor serves as a Contracting Officer within the Public Buildings Service’s Acquisition Management Division under the General Services Administration, where he manages the full lifecycle procurement of mission-critical federal facilities. His portfolio centers on the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of courthouses and federal office complexes, ensuring compliance with federal building standards and sustainability goals. Sochor oversees competitive acquisitions under FAR Part 36, utilizing fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types to deliver secure, efficient, and resilient infrastructure. He plays a pivotal role in translating agency facility needs into enforceable contractual requirements while ensuring alignment with GSA’s broader modernization initiatives. Sochor maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, most notably MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, with whom he has developed a trusted partnership for complex commercial and institutional building projects. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and contractor accountability, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in transparency and regulatory compliance. He frequently engages with contractors possessing specialized expertise in federal facility construction, ensuring adherence to security protocols and lifecycle maintenance standards. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Sochor consistently prioritizes small business participation, with nearly two-thirds of his awards directed toward set-aside programs. Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses receive the highest concentration of set-asides, followed closely by total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively promotes participation from women-owned and 8(a) certified firms, demonstrating a deliberate and balanced commitment to equitable contracting opportunities. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), reflecting his specialization in integrated facility projects. He routinely procures related services including plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning systems (238220), roofing (238160), and engineering design (541330), demonstrating deep technical familiarity with federal construction delivery models and integrated project delivery methods.