Uma Bhatia

Uma Bhatia serves as a key procurement leader within the Public Buildings Service’s R9 AMD Capital Projects unit, overseeing the acquisition of mission-critical federal infrastructure across the Western United States. Responsible for managing the design and construction of secure, high-performance facilities—including federal courthouses and land ports of entry—Bhatia ensures compliance with federal building standards and resilience requirements under the Inflation Reduction Act. Her acquisitions focus on full-cycle capital project delivery, encompassing design-build, construction management at risk, and integrated project delivery models. She plays a central role in translating agency infrastructure priorities into actionable contract strategies that align with GSA’s sustainability and security mandates. Bhatia’s contracting approach emphasizes collaboration with qualified general contractors and construction firms experienced in federal facility delivery. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identified in the dataset, her procurement pattern reflects a preference for established industry partners with proven expertise in complex public works projects. She engages vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated contracts, prioritizing technical capability, past performance, and compliance with federal construction codes over price alone. Bhatia’s portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic decision to maximize contractor participation from the broadest possible pool, ensuring access to top-tier construction capacity and technical innovation without socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her current award profile, she remains aligned with GSA’s overarching goals of equitable access through transparent, merit-based procurement. Her primary industry focus is Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (NAICS 236220), encompassing new construction, major renovations, and seismic retrofits of federal buildings. She specializes in procuring integrated services including structural engineering, MEP systems, security infrastructure, and sustainable building technologies. Bhatia’s technical expertise lies in delivering resilient, energy-efficient facilities that meet stringent federal standards for safety, accessibility, and long-term operational performance.