Daniel E Childs

Daniel E. Childs serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from solicitation through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by procuring specialized technical goods and services essential to national defense and aerospace operations. His portfolio primarily includes complex procurements in aeronautical systems, engineering services, and precision manufacturing, requiring deep subject matter expertise and rigorous source selection processes under competitive and non-competitive frameworks. While specific contractor names are not available, Childs maintains consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small businesses capable of delivering high-precision components and technical engineering solutions. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under full and open procedures, fostering a transparent and equitable marketplace. He collaborates closely with technical evaluators and acquisition planners to ensure requirements are clearly defined and aligned with operational needs. Childs demonstrates a modest but intentional commitment to small business participation, with approximately 4.2% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While he does not frequently utilize specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his consistent adherence to small business goals reflects a balanced approach to competition and socioeconomic objectives. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 541330 (Engineering Services), each accounting for over a quarter of his activity. He also regularly acquires components under 332919 (Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing) and 334511 (Aeronautical System and Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep technical expertise in aerospace subsystems, avionics, and mission-critical instrumentation. His domain knowledge spans mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering applications within defense and aviation contexts.