Cedric Ellis

Cedric Ellis serves as the primary procurement lead for the W6QM Micc-ft Gordon under the Department of the Army, overseeing acquisitions that advance military scientific, forensic, and training capabilities. He manages a specialized portfolio of contracts focused on high-precision analytical instrumentation, cybersecurity infrastructure, and professional development training for intelligence analysts. His role is central to ensuring the agency’s operational readiness by securing mission-critical equipment and services that support forensic laboratory operations and advanced targeting systems. Ellis consistently prioritizes technical rigor and compliance with federal acquisition regulations, ensuring all procurements align with the agency’s strategic objectives in defense science and readiness. His primary contractor relationships center on MIDLANDS PRESSURE WASH SERVICES LLC, indicating a notable reliance on specialized maintenance and facility support services, though his portfolio also engages vendors in analytical instrument manufacturing, electronic systems repair, and training development. Ellis fosters partnerships with firms possessing niche technical expertise in laboratory-grade equipment and precision electronics, often requiring stringent certification and calibration standards. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for vendors with proven experience in military-grade environments and compliance with DoD technical specifications. Ellis demonstrates a balanced approach to socioeconomic contracting, with 75% of acquisitions conducted under open competition and 25% reserved for small businesses—equally split between total small business set-asides and service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) preferences. While he does not routinely utilize 8(a) or HUBZone set-asides, his consistent use of SDVOSB and general small business set-asides signals a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified niche vendors. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing), 334111 (electronic computer manufacturing), and 611430 (professional and management development training), reflecting deep expertise in procuring mass spectrometers, forensic data systems, and advanced analyst training curricula. He routinely sources ruggedized computing hardware, calibration-certified lab instruments, and secure training platforms tailored to intelligence and targeting mission sets.