Don Reed

Derek C. Reed serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions across a diverse range of technical and infrastructure-related categories. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting practices. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements involving electrical systems, communication infrastructure, and specialized equipment, requiring a nuanced understanding of technical specifications, source selection criteria, and performance-based contracting methodologies. Reed’s work is instrumental in translating operational needs into enforceable contractual obligations that deliver value and accountability. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable in the available data, Reed’s procurement patterns reflect a balanced engagement with both large-capacity vendors and small business concerns. He routinely collaborates with manufacturers, specialty trade contractors, and wholesale distributors to secure mission-critical goods and services. His approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and rigorous contract administration to ensure delivery of high-quality outcomes across technical domains. Reed demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 50% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 3.1% allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. This pattern underscores his dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses, particularly those certified under federal socioeconomic programs. His consistent use of set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to foster market diversity and enhance competition among qualified small business vendors. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS codes related to current-carrying wiring device manufacturing, power and communication line construction, specialty trade contracting, computer equipment wholesaling, and transformer manufacturing. These categories reveal deep expertise in electrical infrastructure, telecommunications systems, and commercial-grade electronic components. Reed’s technical acumen enables him to effectively evaluate complex bids, assess compliance with industry standards, and ensure alignment with federal technical requirements in mission-critical acquisitions.