Carlos J Gonzalez Figueroa

Carlos J. Gonzalez Figueroa serves as a procurement specialist within the Border Enforcement Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where he plays a critical role in acquiring mission-critical goods and services that sustain border security operations. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized equipment and support systems essential to surveillance, facility maintenance, and operational readiness along the nation’s borders. His acquisitions focus on technical domains requiring high reliability and rapid deployment, ensuring frontline units have the tools necessary for effective enforcement and situational awareness. Gonzalez Figueroa maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of contractors, including Business and Engineering Systems Corp, Pen-Link, Limited, and Forcible Entry, Inc., each of which provides specialized hardware, surveillance infrastructure, or tactical support solutions. He also engages Hearst Business Media Corp for communications and training materials and Miami-Dade County Parks and Recreation for logistical and facility-related services. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor reliability, technical compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering trusted relationships with suppliers capable of meeting stringent federal security and operational standards. He demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as full small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate a robust small business ecosystem capable of delivering niche, high-demand capabilities to the border enforcement mission. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize vendors certified under small business programs, reinforcing equitable access and innovation within the federal procurement landscape. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 326211 (Tire Manufacturing) and 811198 (All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance), indicating a specialized need for durable, mission-ready vehicle systems and maintenance infrastructure tailored to harsh border environments. This technical specialization underscores his expertise in acquiring ruggedized automotive components and related support services critical to the mobility and sustainability of patrol fleets and enforcement assets.