Brendan John Doherty

Brendan John Doherty serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing. His portfolio primarily encompasses professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on management consulting, information technology infrastructure, and research support services. Doherty works closely with program managers and acquisition teams to align contracting strategies with operational needs, ensuring transparency, competition, and regulatory adherence across all procurement actions. While specific contractor names are not available, Doherty maintains active relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses, 8(a) certified firms, and general service providers delivering technical and administrative support. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to competition, fostering both open market opportunities and socioeconomic set-asides. He engages with vendors through competitive solicitations, leveraging FAR Part 15 procedures to ensure best value outcomes while promoting vendor diversity and performance accountability. Doherty demonstrates a robust commitment to small business participation, with nearly two-thirds of his awards directed toward set-aside categories. His preferences include 8(a) competed contracts at 33.3% and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 at 22.2%, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity for disadvantaged and small businesses. His consistent use of these tools underscores a dedication to socioeconomic goals and the federal mandate to increase small business contracting. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), which accounts for nearly half of his activity, followed by specialized services in computing infrastructure (518210), administrative management consulting (541611), scientific R&D (541712), and marketing research (541910). This pattern indicates deep expertise in procuring strategic advisory, data systems, and analytical services critical to operational efficiency and evidence-based decision-making across federal programs.