Gary L. Weaver, Contracting Officer

Gary L. Weaver serves as a key procurement professional within the Department of Education’s Contracts and Acquisitions Management unit, where he supports the strategic acquisition of professional services critical to advancing federal education policy, regulatory compliance, and student aid infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on technical, operational, and analytical services that enable evidence-based decision-making in postsecondary education. His work centers on securing expert support for data collection systems, institutional capacity building, and policy research initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal procurement regulations and mission-driven outcomes. Weaver maintains a primary contracting relationship with LPE-STRATEGIES LLC, a trusted vendor providing specialized professional services in education policy analysis and program evaluation. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for long-term, performance-based engagements with firms capable of delivering high-integrity, data-driven solutions. He frequently collaborates with contractors offering subject-matter expertise in educational research, compliance consulting, and systems modernization, fostering partnerships grounded in accountability and measurable impact. His contracting approach prioritizes broad market access, with 65.7% of awards issued under open competition and 34.3% designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While no specific socioeconomic set-asides (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB) dominate his portfolio, his consistent use of small business set-asides demonstrates a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for qualified small firms in the education services sector. Weaver’s procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 721110 (Hotels and Motels), reflecting the need for lodging and logistical support for field staff, training events, and stakeholder meetings tied to federal education initiatives. He also procures services under NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), indicating demand for specialized consulting in education policy, data management, and compliance frameworks. Additional activity in commercial printing and charter bus services supports operational logistics for national education programs.