Demetrius Smith

Demetrius Smith serves as a Contracting Officer within the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service, FAS AAS Region 5, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing federal mission readiness through the acquisition of mission-critical information technology, engineering, and communications systems. He manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements under FAR and FAR Part 37, focusing on integrated IT operations, systems design, and secure communications infrastructure essential to command, control, and intelligence capabilities. His acquisitions span performance-based service contracts, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, and technical services requiring stringent cybersecurity and systems integration standards. Smith cultivates strategic relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including prime contractors specializing in IT modernization, systems engineering, and mission-critical infrastructure deployment. He frequently collaborates with firms possessing cleared personnel, ISO-certified quality systems, and experience in federal IT modernization programs. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding, performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with contractors capable of delivering scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions across federal environments. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with nearly 37.5% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 8(a), Total Small Business, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) categories. He actively promotes equitable access to federal contracting opportunities, ensuring compliance with FAR Part 19 while maintaining rigorous technical and financial accountability. Smith’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 541712 (Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences), reflecting his expertise in procuring IT operations support, systems engineering, and applied R&D for government infrastructure. He routinely manages contracts for network modernization, cybersecurity integration, and mission-specific communications systems, demonstrating deep domain knowledge in federal IT modernization and defense-aligned technical requirements.