Dan Collins

Dan Collins supports the W7M8 Uspfo Activity Ia Arng in executing mission-critical procurement activities for the Iowa National Guard, focusing on technical instruction and operational readiness programs. He manages acquisitions related to counterdrug operations, law enforcement training, and personnel readiness systems, ensuring alignment with Department of the Army directives. His role centers on securing specialized services and equipment that enhance state-level domestic security capabilities, particularly in surveillance, tactical training, and equipment maintenance. Collins operates within a framework governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) standards, prioritizing mission effectiveness while adhering to socioeconomic contracting mandates. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including Triplex Enterprises, L.L.C., Cardno TEC-Leidos, LLC, and Ecology Mir Group LLC, partnering with firms experienced in defense training systems, technical instruction delivery, and environmental compliance for military operations. These vendor relationships reflect a preference for contractors with proven expertise in law enforcement support, simulation-based training, and field logistics, often involving long-term service contracts and performance-based task orders. Collins demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. While no single socioeconomic category dominates, his portfolio consistently includes awards to small disadvantaged businesses and other eligible small entities, reflecting a balanced approach to fostering competition and capability development among qualified vendors. His procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 611699 (miscellaneous instruction services) and 311991 (perishable prepared food manufacturing), indicating a unique blend of training program support and logistical sustainment needs. He also procures specialized equipment under 339940 and 333998, reflecting demand for custom instructional tools, non-paper office supplies, and general-purpose machinery used in field training environments. His technical domain expertise lies at the intersection of military readiness, counterdrug operations, and state-guard operational support.