Clifton Wells

Clifton M. Wells serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions in support of critical public health and environmental services. In this role, he ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while executing competitive procurements that align with agency mission objectives. His portfolio primarily involves complex service contracts requiring technical expertise in hazardous waste management and diagnostic imaging operations. Wells is instrumental in designing solicitation strategies, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts to ensure performance integrity and regulatory adherence across a diverse range of vendors. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Wells maintains a procurement environment grounded in open competition, with a strong emphasis on fair and transparent sourcing practices. His working relationships span both large-capacity service providers and small businesses capable of delivering specialized environmental and medical diagnostic services. He fosters collaborative vendor engagement through clear communication, timely contract modifications, and consistent performance monitoring, ensuring accountability throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Wells demonstrates a clear preference for unrestricted competition, with 87.5% of his awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category, reflecting a focus on full and open competition as the default. However, he consistently allocates 12.5% of his contracting activity to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a deliberate and structured commitment to small business participation without reliance on specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), which constitutes 62.5% of his activity, underscoring his expertise in environmental remediation and regulated waste management services. The remaining 37.5% centers on NAICS 621512 (Diagnostic Imaging Centers), highlighting his experience in procuring advanced medical imaging equipment, radiological services, and related technical support. This dual specialization positions him as a key procurement professional at the intersection of environmental compliance and healthcare infrastructure.