Daniel Gregory Laidlaw Feldman

Daniel Gregory Laidlaw Feldman serves as a Contract Specialist within the 693JJ3 Acquisition and Grants Management unit of the Federal Highway Administration, where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurements that advance the nation’s transportation infrastructure through technical and research-driven solutions. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for engineering services, operational consulting, and data analytics support, ensuring alignment with FHWA’s mission to enhance highway safety, resilience, and innovation. His acquisitions are strategically designed to support evidence-based decision-making, often involving complex performance-based requirements for technical deliverables and research outcomes. Feldman maintains consistent contracting relationships with key partners including K & M Transportation Services LLC and the University of California, Los Angeles, reflecting a blend of private-sector engineering expertise and academic research collaboration. His procurement approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical capability, past performance, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. He frequently engages firms capable of delivering specialized transportation analysis, infrastructure modeling, and systems integration services, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes innovation and operational reliability. Feldman’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-asides under 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. This reflects a mission-driven focus on securing the highest-quality technical solutions, regardless of vendor size, while maintaining strict adherence to competitive acquisition standards and transparency requirements. His primary NAICS focus areas include Engineering Services (541330), Administrative Management Consulting (541611), and Professional Training (611430), with significant activity in accounting services (541219) and electronic computer manufacturing (334111). He specializes in procuring technical consulting, data analytics tools, and workforce development services critical to modernizing highway systems through applied research and operational excellence.