Craig L Gillespie

Craig L. Gillespie serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. His portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on information technology, financial services, and administrative support solutions. Gillespie works closely with program offices to translate mission needs into solicitation requirements, ensuring alignment with statutory mandates and agency objectives. While specific contractor names are not available, Gillespie routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small businesses, particularly in the areas of computer programming, collection services, and management consulting. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations, with a balanced approach to vendor engagement that prioritizes performance, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. He maintains professional relationships with firms capable of delivering complex, high-integrity services under fixed-price and time-and-materials contract types. Gillespie demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with 16.7% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Although the majority of his awards remain unrestricted, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to foster economic opportunity and broaden vendor participation. His contracting behavior aligns with federal goals to increase access for small businesses without compromising competition or mission readiness. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561440 (Collection Agencies), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting), with additional activity in 522110 (Commercial Banking). He specializes in acquiring software development, financial data processing, and operational efficiency services, indicating deep expertise in IT modernization, financial systems support, and back-office automation within the federal environment.