Cordell Bailey

Cordell M. Bailey serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of professional services acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing. He exercises full contracting authority under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, overseeing the full lifecycle of solicitations, evaluations, negotiations, and award actions. His work primarily supports technical and professional service requirements, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and socioeconomic program goals. Bailey’s acquisitions are typically classified under service-based NAICS codes, reflecting his focus on non-construction, knowledge-intensive contracting. While specific contractor names are not available, Bailey maintains consistent engagement with small business vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs aligned with his set-aside preferences. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate preference for small business set-asides, with nearly 70% of his awards reserved for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He also utilizes the Buy Indian Set-Aside, indicating engagement with tribal enterprises and a commitment to supporting federally recognized Native American entities. His vendor relationships are characterized by a preference for certified small businesses, with a balanced approach to competition and socioeconomic compliance. Bailey’s procurement activity is heavily concentrated in NAICS 541990, encompassing a broad range of professional, scientific, and technical services such as consulting, research, and analytical support. He also regularly procures education and training services under NAICS 611691 and 611430, reflecting a focus on workforce development and instructional support. A smaller but consistent volume of acquisitions falls under construction-related NAICS 237110 and computer wholesaling (423430), demonstrating a diversified yet specialized technical portfolio. His expertise lies in managing complex service contracts requiring specialized domain knowledge and rigorous performance-based acquisition strategies.