Gene Hamilton Jackson

Gene H. Jackson serves as Branch Chief within the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, where he oversees the strategic acquisition of professional services critical to housing program integrity and regulatory compliance. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts supporting underwriting frameworks, housing insecurity research, and administrative modernization initiatives, ensuring alignment with HUD’s mission of equitable housing access and data-driven policy development. His acquisitions primarily involve specialized technical and analytical services requiring deep domain expertise in housing policy, real estate valuation, and digital infrastructure. Jackson cultivates partnerships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including architectural firms, real estate appraisers, and data services providers, often engaging firms with proven experience in federal housing programs. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with contractors capable of delivering high-integrity analytical outputs, system modernization solutions, and compliance support services. He maintains consistent engagement with both large professional services firms and qualified small businesses, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory alignment. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Jackson consistently prioritizes small business participation, with nearly half of his acquisitions structured as set-asides. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced emphasis on Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for disadvantaged businesses. This approach aligns with HUD’s broader equity goals and reinforces the agency’s mandate to promote inclusive economic development through procurement. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services) and 541320 (Real Estate Appraisers), reflecting the need for expert assessment and design services in housing development. He also frequently procures services under NAICS 518210 (data infrastructure) and 541720 (social science research), underscoring his technical expertise in digital transformation and evidence-based policy analysis. Jackson’s work ensures that HUD’s acquisition strategy supports both operational efficiency and equitable housing outcomes through targeted, compliant, and mission-aligned contracting.