Abdul Qader Latifi

Abdul Qader Latifi serves as a primary procurement lead within the Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation (693JK4 OST), supporting high-level administrative, security, and IT infrastructure initiatives critical to the Secretary’s headquarters operations. In this role, he manages acquisitions aligned with the agency’s mission to modernize cybersecurity systems, enhance physical security protocols, and sustain mission-critical operational environments. His procurement portfolio encompasses a diverse range of services, including facility operations, IT support, and specialized administrative functions, ensuring seamless execution of senior leadership directives through compliant, efficient contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not available, Latifi maintains a balanced vendor ecosystem that includes both large-capability firms and small business partners. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to foster competitive bidding while ensuring technical adequacy and operational reliability. He engages with vendors capable of delivering secure, scalable solutions in support of federal leadership operations, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and contract compliance under FAR guidelines. Latifi demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a consistent preference for small business participation, though the majority of his awards remain open to all competitors. His approach supports broader Department of Transportation goals to expand equitable access to federal contracting opportunities without compromising mission readiness. His primary NAICS focus areas—621330 (Mental Health Practitioners), 722310 (Food Service Contractors), and 812930 (Parking Lots and Garages)—indicate procurement for specialized support services essential to the secure and functional operation of the Secretary’s headquarters. These categories suggest a need for on-site behavioral health support, catering for official events, and secure vehicle access management, revealing a nuanced understanding of the operational ecosystem surrounding high-level federal leadership.