Carey Gropp

BBurnworth serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. With a focus on non-traditional and technology-enabled services, BBurnworth supports mission-critical procurement initiatives that align with agency objectives in information services and financial risk management. Their work encompasses competitive and non-competitive contracting actions under FAR Part 12 and Part 13, often utilizing simplified acquisition procedures for low-risk, high-volume procurements. BBurnworth plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks while promoting efficiency and accountability in the acquisition process. BBurnworth maintains a broad and diverse contractor base, engaging with a wide array of vendors ranging from large systems integrators to niche service providers specializing in digital content and insurance analytics. While no single contractor dominates the award profile, BBurnworth consistently fosters relationships with firms capable of delivering agile, scalable solutions in information services and financial technology domains. The contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and robust contract oversight to ensure deliverables meet operational needs. BBurnworth’s procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a deliberate focus on merit-based selection rather than socioeconomic set-asides, prioritizing capability, cost-effectiveness, and timeliness over targeted socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, BBurnworth ensures all solicitations are structured to allow fair and open access for all qualified vendors, including small businesses. The primary NAICS focus areas include 519130 (Other Internet Publishing and Broadcasting), 519190 (Other Information Services), and 524113 (Direct Life Insurance Carriers). BBurnworth specializes in procuring digital content platforms, data aggregation services, and insurance risk modeling tools, demonstrating deep expertise in information technology-enabled services and financial services infrastructure. Their technical domain knowledge enables effective evaluation of complex vendor proposals in evolving digital markets.