Cedric Belmont

Cedric Belmont serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QM Micc-ft Jackson under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain military installation operations. His responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—primarily for facility support, security, and maintenance services. Belmont ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s strategic priorities of infrastructure resilience and operational readiness. He specializes in service-based contracts that directly support the day-to-day functionality of defense installations, with a focus on non-combat, garrison-enabling capabilities. Belmont maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of key contractors, including the South Carolina Commission for the Blind and Guardian South Termite and Pest Control, LLC, reflecting a preference for specialized, niche service providers. His contracting patterns indicate a reliance on vendors with deep expertise in localized, installation-specific services such as pest control, appliance maintenance, and security systems. These partnerships are typically long-term and performance-driven, emphasizing reliability, compliance, and mission alignment over broad-market competition. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Belmont consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 60% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 40% designated for SBA Certified Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB) under FAR 19.15. His procurement strategy actively advances inclusion and opportunity, aligning with Department of Defense mandates to expand access for underserved small businesses. His primary NAICS focus areas include Appliance Repair and Maintenance (811412), Security Systems Services (561621), Charter Bus Industry (485510), and Information Services (511210), underscoring his technical expertise in facility support, perimeter security, transportation logistics, and digital service delivery. Belmont’s portfolio reflects a deliberate concentration on services critical to daily installation operations, demonstrating specialized knowledge in non-tactical, sustainment-focused procurement domains.