Chad Heard

Chad Heard serves as a Contracting Officer for the W7N3 USPFO Activity Utang 151 under the Department of the Army, where he manages the acquisition lifecycle for critical facility support services essential to military installation readiness. His portfolio encompasses the procurement of dining services, security systems, and infrastructure maintenance solutions that directly support the quality of life and operational sustainability of service members. He is responsible for ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations while aligning acquisitions with the agency’s strategic priorities in facility modernization and force protection. His work bridges technical requirements with contract execution, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical services across garrison environments. While specific contractor names are not currently available in the procurement record, Heard routinely engages with a diverse range of vendors specializing in facility operations, security technology integration, and institutional hospitality services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established service providers with proven experience in DoD installations, including firms capable of delivering integrated facility management solutions under performance-based contracts. He fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate compliance with federal labor standards and can scale operations to meet dynamic installation needs. Heard exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While no 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB preferences are currently dominant, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity within the defense supply base. His contracting approach balances mission necessity with socioeconomic objectives, ensuring broad vendor access without compromising operational requirements. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 337214 for office furniture, 561621 for security systems services, and 721110 for hotel and motel operations—reflecting his oversight of both administrative infrastructure and transient housing needs. He specializes in procuring integrated facility support packages that combine physical assets with service delivery, demonstrating deep expertise in non-construction, service-based acquisitions critical to garrison sustainment.