Dr. Richard L. Brooks

Richard Brooks serves as a Contracting Officer for the Public Buildings Service’s PBS R11 Construction Services Division Center 2 (47PM02) within the General Services Administration, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical construction and facilities modernization projects across the National Capital Region. His portfolio centers on integrated design-build contracts and long-term facility operations support for high-visibility federal campuses, ensuring compliance with federal construction standards and sustainable placemaking objectives. He manages complex, multi-year procurements under FAR Part 36, utilizing performance-based specifications and alternative contracting methods to deliver resilient, energy-efficient infrastructure. Brooks maintains strategic relationships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in commercial and institutional building construction, including prime design-build firms, general contractors, and specialty trade subcontractors. His procurement approach emphasizes collaborative contract administration, early contractor engagement, and performance metrics tied to schedule, quality, and safety outcomes. He actively fosters partnerships with firms experienced in federal construction environments, prioritizing accountability and innovation in delivery models. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with 40% of awards designated for 8(a) competed contracts and 10% allocated to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While half of his acquisitions are unrestricted, he consistently prioritizes opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses and actively promotes participation from 8(a) participants to enhance diversity in the federal construction supply chain. Brooks’s primary procurement focus is NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), overseeing full-scope projects from planning and design through construction and commissioning. He also manages specialized acquisitions in NAICS 335313 (Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing) to support electrical infrastructure upgrades. His technical expertise lies in integrated building systems, code-compliant construction practices, and performance-driven procurement strategies tailored to federal facility modernization.