Charles E. Tiggs

Charles E. Tiggs serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized support services critical to oil and gas operations. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through efficient, transparent, and legally sound contract actions. His portfolio is exclusively focused on services governed by NAICS 213112, encompassing drilling support, well maintenance, pipeline inspection, and other upstream operational assistance. Tiggs plays a pivotal role in translating technical requirements into solicitation language that attracts qualified vendors while maintaining strict adherence to FAR guidelines and acquisition best practices. While specific contractor names are not available, Tiggs maintains a contracting environment that prioritizes competitive engagement among firms capable of delivering technical services in the energy support sector. His procurement approach emphasizes full and open competition, with a strong preference for small business participation. He actively cultivates relationships with vendors possessing the operational expertise and safety certifications required for high-risk, mission-critical support activities in energy infrastructure environments. Tiggs demonstrates an unwavering commitment to socioeconomic contracting, directing 100% of his acquisitions toward total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This consistent pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, or socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, without restricting competition to specific programs like 8(a) or HUBZone. His approach ensures broad access while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His technical expertise centers on the oil and gas support services domain, where he evaluates proposals for field logistics, equipment maintenance, environmental compliance, and emergency response capabilities. Tiggs brings deep familiarity with the operational demands of energy infrastructure, ensuring contract requirements align with industry-specific safety, regulatory, and technical standards. His work directly enables mission-critical energy support functions through disciplined, small business-centric acquisition practices.