Carlos McGough

Carlos B. McGough serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development and market research to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through efficient and transparent contracting practices. His portfolio is exclusively focused on Office Administrative Services, where he procures a range of support functions including records management, clerical services, document processing, and administrative operations. His expertise lies in structuring solicitations that balance cost-effectiveness with service quality, ensuring that contractual deliverables meet operational needs without unnecessary complexity. McGough collaborates with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in administrative support services, including both large professional services firms and small business contractors. While no single contractor dominates his award profile, his contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open-market solicitations that foster innovation and efficiency. He maintains a professional, arms-length relationship with vendors, emphasizing fairness, accountability, and adherence to FAR guidelines throughout the acquisition process. His set-aside preferences reveal a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with 33.3% of his awards designated for 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating active support for small disadvantaged businesses. The remaining 66.7% are awarded under full and open competition, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes both broad market access and targeted small business inclusion. He consistently applies set-aside authorities in alignment with statutory goals, ensuring that eligible firms have equitable opportunities to compete for federal work. McGough’s procurement focus is singularly centered on NAICS 561110—Office Administrative Services. He specializes in acquiring non-clinical, back-office functions essential to organizational efficiency, such as data entry, mail handling, scheduling, and general office management. His technical domain expertise lies in understanding the operational nuances of administrative support and translating them into precise, performance-based requirements that drive value and accountability in contract execution.