About Us
Jim Bissuett
GSI is a small (?disadvantaged?) business general contractor specializing in federal and non-federal work:
- General & Specialty Construction
- Interior and Exterior Finishes, Drywall and Painting
- Historical Restoration and Remodeling
- Alteration, Repair, or Renovation of Buildings
- Complete Building Renovation, Repair, and Additions
- Roofing, Weatherization, Heating/Cooling and Insulation
- Windows and Doors
- Flooring and Carpeting
- Security Chain Link Fence, Barb Wire, Gates, and Security Systems
- Design and Building of New Construction
- Road Construction
- Site Work and Earth Work
- Demolition
- Concrete
- Steel Erection
- Millwork and Carpentry
- Plumbing
GSI's Director of Operations and Senior Project Manager, Mr. James (Jim) E. Bissuett, is an established local General Contractor with a reputation for quick professional and detailed response, quality work, and safe construction deliverables. GSI has offices located in Texas and New Mexico, and qualifies as a Federal Historically Underutilized Business.
Jim started the company in 1990 doing work for both commercial and federal customers. After successfully accomplishing several construction projects, Jim incorporated GSI in 1998. Jim's diligence, customer service philosophy, and leadership has provided the GSI a platform from which to grow. Under his direction the GSI received the Emerging 30 Award in 1996 from the Greater Chamber of Commerce. In 1997, he was nominated as Prime Contractor of the Year by the Directorate of Contracting at Fort Bliss, Texas, received the SBA National Award for Excellence, and was accepted into the SBA's Minority Business Development Program. In March of 2004, The US Army Corps of Engineers in Ft. Worth, Texas, Jim was nominated by Gemco for Small Business Prime Contractor of the Year. That May, he received the Administrator's Award for Excellence Certificate.
GSI has the proven ability and experience to manage in-house crews, multiple subcontractors and vendors that provide quality construction services to multiple projects on a simultaneous efforts in various and remote locations. Operating processes parallel the daily and weekly requirements required by progress reports, safety reviews, quality control reviews, construction management, requirements, quality control inspections, material and equipment, submittals, certified payroll, submittals, and subcontractor construction management requirements. Our construction management infrastructure, coupled with our active Quality Control and Safety Program provide GSI the capability of providing quality services backed by a proven performance record.
Previous Clients
- Department on the Army
- Fort Bliss
- Fort Hood
- White Sands Missile Range
- U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA)
- Forest Service
- Department of the Air Force
- Dyess Air Force Base, Texas
- Lackland Air Force Base, Texas
- University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
- International Boundary and Water Commission
- El Paso Water Utilities
- MCC Construction Corporations
- McGregor Range
- El Paso International Airport
- El Paso Electric
- El Paso Natural Gas
NAICS CODES
- 236116: Multifamily Housing Construction
- 236210: Manufacturing and Industrial Building Construction
- 236220: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- 237211: Wood Office Furniture Manufacturing
- 237212: Architectural Woodwork (Mill Work) Contractors
- 237310: Highway, Street and Bridge Construction
- 238120: Structural Steel Erection Contractors
- 238130: Framing Contractors
- 238140: Masonry and Stone Contractors
- 238210: Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Air-Conditioning Contractors
- 238310: Drywall and Insulation Contractors
- 238320: Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
- 238330: Floor Laying and Other Floor Contractors
- 238350: Carpentry Contractors
- 238390: Roofing, Siding, and Sheet Metal, All Other Special Trade Contractor
- 238910: Wrecking and Demolition Contractors
- 238990: Fence Installation / Concrete / Janitorial Services:
- 337212: Architectural Woodwork (millwork)
How to Choose a Contractor
Before having installations or repairs made, consider the following when choosing your contractor:
- Look for an established, licensed, or bonded contractor and request references.
- Ask to see certificates of insurance to ensure both liability and workers' compensation coverages are in force during the time of the project.
- Insist on a detailed written estimate that clearly states the quantity of materials, labor chargers, work specifications, starting/completion dates, payment procedures, and any necessary permits.
- Compare your contractor's estimate against your insurance adjuster's estimate. Contact your adjuster with any differences.
- Carefully review and understand the terms and conditions of warranties.
- Contact your local Better Business Bureau to check for complaints against the contractor.
- After major storms, it is not unusual for contractors or roofers to come knocking on your door. Be wary of these strangers and spend a great deal of time researching who they are and who they work for.
- Do not sign contracts until you have thoroughly investigated them and insist on detailed estimates.
- When you've filed your claim for a covered loss, you will be responsible for your set deductible (your share of the cost).
