Dale Zimmerman

Dale A. Zimmerman serves as a Contract Specialist within the GSA/FAS Center for IT Schedule Program, where he plays a pivotal role in executing streamlined procurements for mission-critical information technology services and infrastructure. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions under GSA Schedule contracts, Zimmerman supports the agency’s mission to modernize federal IT environments through pre-vetted, scalable procurement pathways. His work primarily centers on telecommunications, cloud-enabled computing, and managed infrastructure solutions, ensuring agencies gain rapid access to compliant, high-performance technology without redundant solicitation processes. Zimmerman collaborates with a diverse range of vendors, including large systems integrators, specialized IT service providers, and niche manufacturers of telecommunications and computing equipment. His contracting approach emphasizes compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) standards and leverages GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule framework to facilitate efficient, transparent acquisitions. He maintains consistent, relationship-driven engagements with contractors who demonstrate technical proficiency, cybersecurity readiness, and adherence to federal service delivery benchmarks. His procurement patterns reflect a strong emphasis on open competition, with 76.9% of actions conducted without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful commitment to small business participation—23.1% of awards are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though no specific socioeconomic categories are dominant, his portfolio consistently includes qualified small businesses capable of delivering complex IT solutions within tight federal compliance frameworks. Zimmerman’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 339999 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing), supporting procurement of specialized IT hardware and peripherals, followed by Custom Computer Programming Services (541511) and Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210). He routinely manages acquisitions for managed services, network infrastructure, and custom software development, demonstrating deep expertise in the technical and regulatory dimensions of federal IT procurement.