Takish Heyward

Takish Heyward serves as a Contracting Officer within the Public Buildings Service’s R4 (AMD) Acquisition Management Division, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal construction and design acquisitions for mission-critical infrastructure. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing the agency’s mission to deliver secure, efficient, and sustainable federal facilities—including courthouses, office complexes, and public buildings. His portfolio primarily encompasses integrated construction services and architectural design contracts, requiring deep coordination with design professionals, general contractors, and specialty subcontractors to meet stringent federal standards for safety, accessibility, and environmental sustainability. Heyward maintains a consistent working relationship with MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, a trusted prime contractor for complex commercial and institutional building projects. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on performance reliability, regulatory compliance, and responsiveness to evolving facility needs. He actively collaborates with contractors to ensure adherence to federal construction codes and sustainability benchmarks, fostering a collaborative environment that supports timely delivery and quality outcomes. His contracting strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half conducted as full and open competitions. This dual approach ensures robust competition while actively promoting small business participation without compromising mission requirements. He consistently prioritizes small business eligibility and certification verification, reinforcing the agency’s dedication to equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Heyward’s technical expertise centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services), reflecting his focus on end-to-end facility delivery—from schematic design and permitting through construction and closeout. He routinely procures services involving structural renovation, building systems integration, and design-build delivery models, demonstrating specialized knowledge in federal construction standards, ADA compliance, and GSA’s sustainability initiatives.