Douglas A. Foster

Douglas A. Foster serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized goods and services in support of federal operational requirements. In this role, he executes full-cycle procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and agency mission objectives. His portfolio is heavily concentrated in shipbuilding and repair services, with additional procurement activity in janitorial and facility support services, reflecting a focus on maritime infrastructure and operational readiness. Foster works closely with technical stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate vendor capabilities, and ensure acquisitions align with lifecycle cost and performance standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Foster maintains a procurement environment that prioritizes small business engagement, consistently awarding contracts to firms certified under socioeconomic programs. His contracting patterns reflect deep collaboration with small business vendors, particularly those qualified under the Small Business Administration’s 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in performance reliability and regulatory compliance. Foster demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his procurements structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for disadvantaged and underserved entrepreneurs while ensuring a robust, competitive supplier base. His approach aligns with federal mandates to promote equitable access to government contracting and strengthen the resilience of the small business industrial base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), indicating deep expertise in naval architecture, marine systems, and shipyard maintenance services. He also routinely procures janitorial services under NAICS 561720, demonstrating proficiency in facility support contracts requiring strict adherence to federal sanitation and safety standards. Foster’s technical domain expertise spans maritime industrial operations and institutional cleaning protocols, making him a key liaison between operational needs and qualified small business vendors in these niche sectors.