Hani R Barsoum

Hani R. Barsoum serves as a Contract Specialist at Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix (15BFTD), under the Bureau of Prisons within the Department of Justice, where they play a pivotal role in securing mission-critical food services that uphold constitutional and dietary compliance standards for incarcerated populations. Their procurement portfolio centers on the acquisition of nutritionally adequate, culturally appropriate, and religiously compliant food products—including Kosher and Halal-certified items—ensuring adherence to federal dietary guidelines and operational continuity within a secure correctional environment. Barsoum manages a diverse range of acquisitions under FAR Part 13 and Part 14, primarily utilizing simplified acquisition procedures and sealed bidding to secure reliable, high-volume food supply contracts that support daily institutional operations. Barsoum maintains consistent working relationships with a network of food service suppliers, specialty food manufacturers, and wholesale distributors, particularly those capable of meeting stringent federal food safety and religious certification requirements. Vendor partnerships are characterized by long-term reliability, compliance rigor, and responsiveness to dynamic dietary needs, with an emphasis on suppliers who demonstrate capacity for scalable, just-in-time delivery within secure federal facilities. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, the procurement pattern reflects a preference for vendors with proven experience in institutional food service and supply chain resilience. A strong commitment to socioeconomic goals is evident in Barsoum’s contracting patterns, with 69.3% of acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to maximize participation from small, disadvantaged, and community-based suppliers. This focus supports broader DOJ and OMB objectives to expand economic opportunity while ensuring competitive, transparent sourcing. The procurement approach prioritizes equitable access for small business concerns without compromising operational integrity or nutritional standards. The primary NAICS focus areas include General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesalers (424410), Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing (311999), and Commercial Bakeries (311812), underscoring expertise in procuring bulk dry goods, specialty baked products, and processed meats. Barsoum’s technical domain expertise lies in navigating the intersection of food safety regulations, religious dietary accommodations, and federal supply chain logistics within a correctional setting.