Gilbert Olivas

Gilbert Olivas serves as a Contract Specialist within the Federal Protective Service East CCG Division 1 Acquisition Division, part of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for mission-critical security services and integrated protective systems designed to safeguard federal facilities. His responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, conducting market research, evaluating proposals, and administering contracts in compliance with FAR and agency-specific policies. Olivas specializes in acquiring physical security personnel, surveillance technologies, and facility support services that ensure operational continuity and threat mitigation across federal infrastructure. Olivas maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GXC MAX INC, FLATTER, INC, and ENPROVERA CORP, which provide specialized security and facility support solutions. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development to ensure vendor accountability and mission alignment. He fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in transparency, timely communication, and strict adherence to compliance standards, often engaging contractors early in the requirements definition phase to enhance solution feasibility and cost-effectiveness. A strong advocate for small business participation, Olivas consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, directing nearly two-thirds of his acquisitions to small business concerns. His socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged firms while maintaining competitive rigor and mission readiness. He actively leverages small business programs to diversify the vendor base and strengthen resilience in the federal security supply chain. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services) and 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), indicating a unique blend of facility support and protective services acquisition. Olivas brings deep expertise in managing service contracts requiring stringent background checks, shift scheduling compliance, and security protocol adherence, ensuring that contracted services directly support the agency’s mandate to secure federal assets through reliable, vetted personnel and operational support.