Shiraz Wahaj

Shiraz U. Wahaj serves as a General Services Officer responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of non-defense federal acquisitions, primarily focused on facility support and operational services. In this role, Wahaj ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while executing contracts that sustain day-to-day government operations. Their responsibilities include soliciting, evaluating, and awarding service-based contracts under the General Services Administration framework, with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness, performance standards, and regulatory adherence. Wahaj typically handles acquisitions for custodial, landscaping, waste management, and apparel-related services, often coordinating with facility managers and program officers to align procurement outcomes with agency mission needs. Wahaj maintains professional relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including established service providers and emerging small businesses specializing in facility maintenance and logistical support. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, Wahaj consistently engages firms capable of delivering scalable, high-quality services across multiple geographic locations. Their contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering transparent and efficient procurement cycles. Wahaj’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under non-set-aside categories. This indicates a focus on full and open competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While small business participation is not formally prioritized through designated set-asides, Wahaj’s reliance on competitive solicitations allows qualified small businesses to compete on an equal footing. The primary NAICS categories under Wahaj’s purview include Landscaping Services (561730), Janitorial Services (561720), and Miscellaneous Waste Management Services (562998), reflecting a core focus on environmental and facility maintenance. Additional procurement activity includes Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors (315210) and specialized manufacturing of aeronautical systems (334511), suggesting exposure to both routine operational needs and niche technical requirements. Wahaj demonstrates expertise in managing service contracts requiring precise performance benchmarks and compliance with federal facility standards.