Gene E. Kippins

Gene E. Kippins serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex information technology and professional services acquisitions within a federal agency. He plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s contracting mission by overseeing the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts for technical and administrative support services. His portfolio centers on IT modernization, systems design, and operational consulting, ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical objectives. Kippins routinely handles competitive procurements under FAR Part 15, with a strong emphasis on performance-based contracting and outcome-driven requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Kippins maintains a diverse vendor ecosystem that includes both large-scale IT service providers and small business concerns. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach between open competition and targeted set-asides, fostering collaboration with a range of vendors capable of delivering specialized technical and security services. He engages with contractors through full and open competitions as well as socioeconomic programs, promoting vendor diversity and innovation across the supply chain. Kippins demonstrates a clear preference for non-set-aside procurements, accounting for over 60% of his awards, while actively supporting small business participation through 8(a) competed and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, each representing approximately 15% of his portfolio. He also utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a structured commitment to socioeconomic goals and equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. His primary NAICS focus areas include Other Computer Related Services (541519), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), and Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), indicating deep expertise in IT infrastructure, software development, and systems integration. He also procures Administrative Management Consulting (541611) and Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), showcasing a broad operational scope that spans both technical and physical security domains.