Christopher E. Bartels

Christopher E. Bartels serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering timely, cost-effective solutions through competitive and transparent procurement processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses information technology services, with a focus on software development, systems design, and digital content services, reflecting a strong alignment with modern federal IT modernization priorities. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Bartels maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships across the commercial technology sector, engaging both large primes and small businesses in performance-based, outcome-driven contracts. His working relationships emphasize competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and contract compliance, fostering accountability and value for taxpayer investments. He consistently prioritizes open competition while strategically leveraging set-aside authorities to promote equitable market access. Bartels demonstrates a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 92.5% of his awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. However, he actively supports socioeconomic programs, regularly utilizing Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, as well as HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, each accounting for 1.3% of his awards. This balanced approach reflects a commitment to both efficiency and broad-based small business participation in federal contracting. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 511210 (Software Publishers), 519190 (Other Information Services), and 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services), with additional activity in 541511 (Custom Programming) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design). These reflect expertise in procuring software solutions, digital content platforms, and integrated IT services, positioning him as a key practitioner in the federal government’s evolving digital infrastructure landscape.