Frederick D Lazenby

Frederick D. Lazenby serves as a Mechanical Engineer Technician supporting federal procurement activities, where his technical expertise informs the evaluation and acquisition of specialized mechanical and industrial systems. While not a contracting officer, he plays a critical advisory role in defining technical requirements, assessing contractor proposals, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards across complex procurement actions. His involvement spans the full acquisition lifecycle—from needs analysis and market research to contract closeout—ensuring that technical specifications align with operational mission requirements. He typically handles acquisitions involving specialty trade contractors, industrial instrumentation, and mechanical system components requiring precise engineering validation. Lazenby collaborates with a diverse range of vendors, including small and mid-sized firms specializing in structural trades, electrical components, and process control instrumentation. He works closely with contractors who demonstrate proven technical capability in fabrication, installation, and calibration of industrial systems. His procurement interactions emphasize performance-based outcomes, rigorous technical compliance, and adherence to ANSI and ASME standards. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages firms with demonstrated experience in niche specialties such as precast concrete installation and precision instrument manufacturing. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of his acquisitions set aside exclusively for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half conducted as open competitions. This approach supports broad market participation while ensuring competitive rigor. He does not favor specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a) or HUBZone exclusively, but his set-aside usage indicates a deliberate strategy to foster small business growth across multiple industrial sectors. Lazenby’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), 238320 (Painting and Wall Covering), and 238120 (Structural Steel and Precast Concrete), alongside specialized manufacturing in 335999 and 334513. He procures custom-engineered components, industrial measurement systems, and installation services requiring precise tolerances and field validation. His domain expertise centers on mechanical systems integration, process control instrumentation, and structural fabrication—ensuring that acquisitions deliver reliable, long-term operational performance.