Xavier Hickerson

Xavier Hickerson serves as a Lease Contracting Specialist, responsible for managing the acquisition and administration of nonresidential real property leases on behalf of federal entities. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal leasing regulations, including the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act and the Office of Management and Budget’s leasing guidelines. His procurement activities center on securing long-term, mission-critical facility space through competitive solicitation processes, lease modifications, and performance monitoring. He plays a pivotal role in aligning agency space requirements with fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency, acting as the primary liaison between federal stakeholders and commercial lessors. Xavier works with a broad network of commercial real estate owners, property management firms, and leasing agents who specialize in office, industrial, and mixed-use properties. His contracting approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and adherence to federal acquisition regulations, fostering relationships with vendors who demonstrate financial stability, property quality, and responsiveness to federal needs. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages with experienced lessors capable of meeting stringent federal compliance and maintenance standards. Xavier’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his actions designated as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on selecting the most cost-effective and operationally suitable lease arrangements without socioeconomic set-asides, prioritizing value and compliance over targeted small business preferences. His approach aligns with the nature of commercial real estate leasing, where eligibility for set-aside programs is often limited due to the scale and structure of property ownership. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 531120—Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)—reflecting deep expertise in commercial real estate leasing, space planning, and facility acquisition. He specializes in procuring office, warehouse, and mixed-use spaces tailored to federal operational requirements, with technical knowledge in lease terms, rent escalation clauses, build-out allowances, and environmental compliance standards.