1Lt Derrick Cash

1Lt Derrick Cash serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, with a focused mandate on ensuring compliance, competition, and socioeconomic objectives are met across all procurement actions. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s contracting mission by developing solicitation documents, evaluating offers, negotiating terms, and awarding contracts in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation. His portfolio primarily consists of service-based acquisitions within the plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning (PHAC) sector, requiring deep technical understanding of mechanical systems, energy efficiency standards, and facility infrastructure modernization. 1Lt Cash collaborates closely with a network of qualified small business contractors, particularly those certified under the 8(a) Business Development Program. His contracting patterns reflect a consistent preference for competitive 8(a) set-asides, fostering opportunities for disadvantaged entrepreneurs to participate meaningfully in federal contracting. He cultivates long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance accountability, transparency, and adherence to socioeconomic compliance requirements, ensuring that small businesses are not only awarded contracts but also positioned for sustainable growth. His procurement strategy is overwhelmingly centered on NAICS 238220, reflecting specialized expertise in mechanical systems procurement for government facilities. This includes HVAC installation and maintenance, pipefitting, ductwork fabrication, and related building systems integration. His technical acumen enables him to craft precise performance requirements, evaluate technical proposals with precision, and ensure contractor compliance with industry codes and federal sustainability mandates. 1Lt Cash is a dedicated advocate for small business inclusion, consistently leveraging 8(a) set-asides to drive equitable access to federal opportunities. His work ensures that mission-critical facility services are delivered through a resilient, diverse contractor base, reinforcing both operational readiness and socioeconomic equity in federal procurement.