Torben Ohlsson

Torben Ohlsson serves as a Contract Specialist within the PBS R9 Leasing Division of the General Services Administration, where he plays a pivotal role in securing real estate support services essential to federal operations across Region 9. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of lease-related acquisitions, he ensures compliance with FAR regulations while advancing the agency’s mission to optimize federal footprint consolidation and deliver secure, cost-effective workspaces. His portfolio primarily encompasses facilities support and janitorial services contracts, requiring deep familiarity with property management frameworks, service-level agreements, and performance-based contracting methodologies. Ohlsson maintains established working relationships with key contractors including EYP Realty, LLC, The Hunt Trust Bypass Trust, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, and DLR Holdings 4, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on commercial real estate entities and property management firms capable of delivering integrated facility services across diverse federal sites. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor stability, performance accountability, and alignment with GSA’s real property strategic goals, often involving complex lease structures and multi-year service delivery models. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Ohlsson consistently prioritizes 8(a) competed set-asides, which account for half of his awards, alongside total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses, while maintaining a balanced approach with non-set-aside acquisitions to ensure competitive rigor and operational continuity. His technical expertise centers on NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services) and 561210 (Facilities Support Services), where he procures comprehensive cleaning, maintenance, security, and building operations support. He brings specialized knowledge in performance-based service delivery, facility condition assessments, and integrated workspace management, ensuring federal tenants receive reliable, high-quality environmental services aligned with sustainability and efficiency mandates.