Byron D. McCollum

Byron D. McCollum serves as DSW Procurement Manager, overseeing the acquisition of critical infrastructure and technical systems essential to national defense and utility operations. In this role, he is responsible for planning, soliciting, and awarding contracts in alignment with federal procurement regulations, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical goods and services. His portfolio primarily encompasses power systems, electrical instrumentation, and related construction services, requiring deep technical understanding of engineering specifications and compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements. McCollum’s procurement approach emphasizes risk mitigation, lifecycle cost analysis, and strategic vendor engagement to support operational readiness. McCollum cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of contractors, including manufacturers of power transformers and electrical measurement instruments, as well as specialized construction firms experienced in power line and communication infrastructure. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven technical capabilities in high-reliability electrical systems, while actively encouraging new entrants through structured small business outreach. He maintains collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate compliance with quality standards, cybersecurity protocols, and delivery timelines critical to mission continuity. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, McCollum consistently prioritizes small business participation, with over 60% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes opportunities for HUBZone, 8(a), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, ensuring equitable access to federal procurement pathways. His set-aside strategy aligns with broader agency goals to diversify the supplier base and strengthen regional economic resilience through targeted contracting. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237130 for power and communication line construction, and 335311 and 334515 for power transformer and electrical instrumentation manufacturing. These categories reflect his expertise in procuring high-voltage equipment, metering systems, and grid-support technologies. McCollum’s technical acumen enables him to evaluate complex bids involving precision measurement devices, grid modernization components, and hardened hardware, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent reliability and interoperability standards.