Douglas W. Peterson

Douglas W. Peterson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurement actions, from requirements development through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical industrial components and electronic systems. His acquisitions primarily support technical and manufacturing needs, focusing on high-precision industrial equipment and electronic subsystems essential to operational readiness. Peterson’s work ensures timely, lawful, and efficient sourcing aligned with agency objectives, often coordinating with engineering and logistics stakeholders to define technical specifications and evaluation criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, Peterson maintains consistent relationships with a broad base of manufacturers and suppliers specializing in industrial control systems, electronic components, and mechanical assemblies. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven technical capabilities in niche manufacturing domains, often engaging both large-capacity producers and qualified small businesses. He prioritizes performance-based contracting methods and leverages competitive solicitation strategies to ensure market responsiveness and value-driven outcomes. Peterson demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 18% of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a notable 1.2% allocated to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Though the majority of his acquisitions remain open to all competitors (81.5%), he actively promotes socioeconomic goals by encouraging small business subcontracting and ensuring set-aside eligibility is properly evaluated during source selection. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335314 (Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing) and 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in sourcing electromechanical systems and specialized electronic assemblies. He also frequently procures industrial valves, rubber and plastic hoses, and motor vehicle components, indicating a technical proficiency in mechanical and electro-mechanical systems used in industrial and transportation applications.