Darrell L. Hafer

Darrell L. Hafer serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for complex technical systems and specialized equipment. His role involves planning, soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts in alignment with federal procurement regulations, ensuring compliance with FAR and agency mission requirements. He primarily handles competitive procurements for high-precision manufacturing and analytical equipment, supporting critical operational capabilities across defense and scientific domains. His work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical hardware while maintaining fiscal responsibility and regulatory integrity. While specific contractor names are not available, Hafer maintains a diverse vendor ecosystem centered on manufacturers of aerospace components, laboratory instrumentation, and air systems. He engages with both large-tier suppliers and small businesses capable of meeting stringent technical specifications, fostering collaborative relationships through clear solicitation language and transparent evaluation criteria. His procurement approach emphasizes technical merit, past performance, and regulatory compliance, encouraging qualified vendors to compete on a level playing field. Hafer demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of his acquisitions remain open to all competitors, his consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand market access for eligible firms. He does not appear to prioritize other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, focusing instead on broad small business inclusion through standard set-aside mechanisms. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413, involving other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment, indicating deep expertise in aerospace supply chains. He also regularly acquires analytical laboratory instruments under NAICS 334516 and data processing services under NAICS 511210, reflecting a technical portfolio spanning defense, scientific research, and information systems. Additional activity in industrial fan and compressor manufacturing (NAICS 333413 and 333912) underscores his ability to manage multidisciplinary acquisitions requiring precision engineering and environmental compliance.