David Baer

David Baer serves as a Contract Specialist at the Military Sealift Command (MSC), where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain the Department of Defense’s global maritime logistics network. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts for technical, operational, and administrative services essential to the readiness of MSC’s government-owned and chartered vessel fleet. His portfolio spans IT modernization, fleet support systems, and specialized maritime transportation services, ensuring alignment with naval expeditionary requirements and regulatory compliance under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Baer’s work directly enables MSC’s strategic mission of maintaining responsive, resilient sealift capabilities through efficient and lawful contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Baer consistently engages with a diverse range of vendors, including large systems integrators, niche maritime service providers, and small businesses with specialized technical expertise. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to vendor partnerships, favoring competitive solicitations that prioritize performance, innovation, and operational reliability. He works closely with industry stakeholders to ensure contract terms support long-term sustainment of complex maritime systems and services critical to naval readiness. Baer demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over one-third of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and approximately 11% awarded through 8(a) competed procurements. His approach prioritizes broad small business participation, aligning with DoD mandates to foster economic opportunity while maintaining mission effectiveness. He actively structures solicitations to maximize access for small disadvantaged businesses, ensuring equitable competition without compromising operational standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services), reflecting a strong emphasis on IT infrastructure, data systems, and digital operations support. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 483114 (Coastal and Great Lakes Passenger Transportation) and 519130 (Other Activities Related to Internet Publishing), indicating expertise in maritime logistics coordination and digital content management. Baer’s technical domain centers on integrating secure, scalable IT solutions with operational maritime systems to enhance MSC’s mission-critical capabilities.