Carl Newman

Carl A. Newman serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in scientific research and advanced manufacturing sectors. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical services and technologies. His portfolio primarily encompasses research and development contracts, with a strong emphasis on physical, engineering, and life sciences projects, as well as specialized biological product manufacturing. Newman routinely handles full and open competitions and sole-source justifications under FAR Part 6, ensuring transparency and accountability in all acquisition actions. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the dataset, Newman’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including research institutions, contract research organizations, and mid-to-large-scale manufacturers capable of supporting high-complexity scientific deliverables. His contracting approach reflects a preference for performance-based acquisitions and incentive structures designed to drive innovation and technical excellence, often leveraging Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) mechanisms where appropriate. Newman’s set-aside preferences reveal a strong orientation toward full and open competition, with 93.8% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. However, he maintains a deliberate and compliant commitment to small business participation, consistently allocating 6.3% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating adherence to statutory goals without overreliance on specialized programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. His industry focus centers on NAICS 541712 and 541714, reflecting deep expertise in non-biotech and biotech R&D, complemented by targeted procurement in biological product manufacturing (325414) and specialized wood office furniture (337211). This unique blend underscores his ability to manage both high-tech scientific contracts and ancillary support services, ensuring holistic mission readiness through technically sound, compliant, and strategically aligned acquisitions.