Carey Gropp

Carey Gropp serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through contract award and administration. Within the procurement process, Carey ensures compliance with FAR regulations while promoting efficient, transparent, and competitive contracting practices. They routinely handle service-based acquisitions across a diverse range of technical and operational domains, with a focus on professional, scientific, and information services. Their work supports mission-critical functions by securing high-quality contractor performance aligned with agency objectives and fiscal accountability. Carey cultivates collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier service providers, and specialized consultants. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, Carey consistently engages firms capable of delivering complex, knowledge-intensive services—particularly in research, data analysis, and information technology support. Their contracting approach emphasizes open competition and vendor diversity, fostering partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes and clear statement of work definitions. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Carey prioritizes non-set-aside acquisitions, with 93.8% of awards issued under full and open competition. Nevertheless, they actively support small business participation, allocating 6.3% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses without compromising competition or mission needs. Carey’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 519190 (All Other Information Services), 519130 (Internet Publishing and Broadcasting), and 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), indicating deep expertise in digital content, data analytics, and social science research services. Additional activity in 721110 (Hotels and Motels) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) suggests support for administrative infrastructure and IT consulting. Their technical domain expertise lies in information management, behavioral research support, and digital service delivery, positioning them as a strategic procurement partner for knowledge-driven missions.