Darcel Ford

Darcel Ford serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation through contract award and administration. With a focused mandate on precision manufacturing components, Ford ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her work centers on the procurement of fasteners and mechanical hardware—specifically bolts, nuts, screws, rivets, and washers—under NAICS 332722. She collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to define precise specifications and evaluates proposals for technical compliance, pricing reasonableness, and small business eligibility, ensuring all acquisitions align with statutory and regulatory frameworks. Ford’s contracting patterns reflect a deep commitment to small business engagement, as evidenced by her exclusive use of Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She consistently structures solicitations to maximize participation from small businesses, creating equitable access for firms capable of meeting stringent military and industrial quality standards. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, her portfolio demonstrates a pattern of fostering long-term vendor relationships with small manufacturers that demonstrate proven capability in high-integrity fastener production, often leveraging small business set-aside programs to promote economic inclusion and supply chain resilience. Her primary industry focus is on NAICS 332722, which encompasses the manufacturing of standardized and custom-engineered metal fasteners used in defense, aerospace, and industrial applications. Ford possesses specialized expertise in interpreting technical drawings, material specifications, and quality control standards such as ASME B18 and ASTM F606. She ensures that procurements meet stringent performance and certification requirements, including material traceability and dimensional tolerances, making her a key steward of mission-critical hardware supply chains. Her work supports national infrastructure and defense readiness through reliable, compliant sourcing of essential mechanical components.