Craig Chavez

Craig Chavez serves as a Contract Specialist within the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service, Region 9, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurements that support federal operational efficiency and digital transformation. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions for professional, scientific, and technical services, with a strong emphasis on information technology, communications infrastructure, and technical consulting. Chavez ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement outcomes with GSA’s strategic goals of modernizing federal infrastructure and enhancing public service delivery through agile, performance-based contracting. Chavez cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, primarily engaged in the manufacturing of wireless communications equipment and the provision of technical consulting services. He works closely with both large primes and small business contractors to deliver scalable, interoperable solutions that meet evolving federal technology needs. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear performance metrics, and long-term vendor partnerships grounded in transparency and accountability. His procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 80% of actions awarded without set-asides. However, he consistently supports socioeconomic programs, allocating 13.3% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides and 6.7% to 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses while maintaining rigorous acquisition standards. Chavez’s primary NAICS focus lies in Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), followed by Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690) and Environmental Consulting Services (541620). He specializes in procuring advanced telecommunications hardware, IT systems integration, and technical advisory services that enhance federal agency connectivity, cybersecurity posture, and environmental compliance capabilities.