Conrad B Howard

Conrad B. Howard serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Chief Procurement Officer office (Code: 86544A), where he plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions aligned with HUD’s mission to manage and dispose of federally held real estate owned (REO) assets. He specializes in procuring professional services related to property valuation, title abstraction, settlement services, and residential property management, ensuring compliance with federal real estate disposition protocols. His acquisitions support the agency’s strategic objectives of asset optimization, market transparency, and efficient stewardship of public housing inventory, often involving complex, performance-based contract structures under FAR Part 12 and Part 37. Howard maintains consistent working relationships with a network of specialized service providers, including title and settlement firms, real estate appraisers, and residential property managers. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he regularly engages with small, niche firms possessing deep expertise in REO asset handling and local market knowledge. His procurement approach emphasizes performance metrics, deliverable-based outcomes, and rigorous contractor accountability to ensure quality service delivery across geographically dispersed properties. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Howard consistently prioritizes socioeconomic set-asides, with 86.7% of his acquisitions reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses, particularly those certified under the Small Business Administration’s programs, fostering inclusive economic growth while maintaining high standards of service quality. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541191 (Title Abstract and Settlement Offices) and 531320 (Real Estate Appraisers), reflecting his technical expertise in real estate transactional services and valuation methodologies. He also procures residential property management services under NAICS 531311 and specialized technical services under 541990, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of the legal, financial, and operational frameworks governing federal property disposition and asset management.