Eric W. Rousseau

Eric W. Rousseau serves as a Contract Specialist (1102) within the W6QK Acc-apg Durham office under the Department of the Army (W911NF), where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions to advance Army modernization priorities. His portfolio centers on engineering services and social science research and development contracts that support disruptive technologies, autonomy, quantum systems, and intelligence horizon scanning. Rousseau leverages full and open competition and set-aside authorities to ensure timely, compliant procurement of technical solutions aligned with the Army’s scientific innovation agenda. He manages the full acquisition lifecycle—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations and strategic R&D objectives. Rousseau collaborates primarily with mid-tier engineering firms and research-oriented contractors specializing in physical sciences, systems integration, and analytical modeling. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, his contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with technical service providers capable of delivering rapid prototyping, simulation capabilities, and human factors research. He fosters collaborative, performance-based partnerships that emphasize agility, innovation, and technical rigor, often requiring specialized clearances and secure research environments. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Rousseau prioritizes HUBZone set-asides in approximately two-thirds of his acquisitions, reflecting a deliberate strategy to channel resources to economically disadvantaged communities with high technical capacity. His consistent use of HUBZone and occasional no-set-aside mechanisms demonstrates a balanced approach that promotes both innovation and equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), reflecting deep expertise in acquiring technical services related to advanced materials, autonomous systems, human-machine teaming, and behavioral analytics. Rousseau’s work directly supports the Army’s science and technology roadmap by procuring high-impact R&D solutions from a diverse, technically proficient vendor base.