Frank Vidergar

Frank Vidergar serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical research and development objectives. His portfolio is exclusively focused on scientific and technical services, particularly in the physical, engineering, and life sciences domains, where he structures complex, performance-based contracts to support innovation and technical excellence. Vidergar works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to define clear statement of work requirements and ensure acquisitions align with agency priorities. While no specific contractor relationships are identified, Vidergar routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including large primes, mid-tier engineering firms, and small businesses capable of delivering high-complexity R&D services. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, technical merit evaluation, and contract performance monitoring to ensure deliverables meet stringent scientific and operational standards. He fosters transparent, collaborative relationships with industry partners to promote accountability and innovation throughout the acquisition process. Vidergar demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 20% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of his contracts remain open to all competitors, he actively prioritizes small business eligibility and ensures solicitation language encourages participation from qualified firms. His socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—supporting broad competition while intentionally creating pathways for small businesses to compete for high-value technical work. His primary focus is on NAICS 541712, encompassing research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. He procures specialized services such as laboratory testing, computational modeling, systems engineering, and scientific data analysis, often requiring advanced technical expertise and regulatory compliance. Vidergar’s domain expertise lies in supporting cutting-edge scientific initiatives through strategically structured, outcome-driven contracts that prioritize innovation, rigor, and measurable technical outcomes.