Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin

Dwayne Cross serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while aligning procurement activities with agency mission objectives. His portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on consulting, training, and technical support solutions. Cross works closely with program managers to define scope, evaluate vendor capabilities, and structure competitive solicitations that promote fairness, transparency, and value. While specific contractor names are not available, Cross maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with a broad base of professional services providers, including both large primes and small business subcontractors. His procurement approach emphasizes competition and performance-based contracting, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-quality management consulting, technical advisory, and workforce development services. He routinely leverages multiple award schedules and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles to streamline acquisition timelines and enhance operational agility. Cross demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 75.6% of his awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, he actively promotes small business participation, dedicating nearly 25% of his contracting activity to small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable 4.9% allocation to Women-Owned Small Businesses. This balanced approach reflects a commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals, ensuring broad market access while maintaining fiscal responsibility. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes related to professional and management consulting services, including 611430 (professional training), 541611 (management consulting), and 541690 (other technical consulting). He frequently acquires services in organizational development, leadership training, and operational efficiency consulting, reflecting deep expertise in human capital and institutional capacity-building domains. His work supports the modernization of public sector operations through targeted, knowledge-based contracting.