Heriberto Colon Jr.

Heriberto (Eddie) Colon, Jr. serves as a Senior Contract Specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions across information technology and professional services domains. He plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring full compliance with federal acquisition regulations, conducting market research, and facilitating competitive solicitation processes. His expertise lies in structuring and awarding performance-based contracts for IT modernization, systems integration, and management consulting services, often leveraging best-value tradeoff methodologies to align technical requirements with fiscal responsibility. Colon collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including large systems integrators, niche IT service providers, and small businesses certified under federal socioeconomic programs. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach that prioritizes competition and innovation across vendor tiers. He maintains professional, transparent relationships grounded in FAR compliance and ethical procurement practices, fostering long-term vendor engagement through clear solicitation language and post-award performance oversight. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong emphasis on small business participation, with over 19% of his awards directed toward set-aside programs, including 8(a) competed and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. HUBZone set-asides also feature in his portfolio, reflecting a deliberate effort to promote economic development in underserved communities. While the majority of his acquisitions remain open to all competitors, his consistent use of socioeconomic tools underscores a commitment to equitable contracting and workforce development. Colon’s primary technical focus is on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), which constitutes over half of his acquisitions, followed by related categories including computer systems design and custom programming. He routinely procures enterprise-level IT support, cloud-enabled solutions, cybersecurity services, and administrative consulting, demonstrating deep familiarity with modern digital infrastructure and mission-critical software ecosystems. His expertise ensures that technical requirements are accurately translated into enforceable contract deliverables aligned with evolving federal IT standards.