Ian D. Black

Ian Black serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through transparent, competitive contracting processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses service-based procurements across diverse technical and operational domains, with a focus on IT support, facility maintenance, and specialized repair services. Black is known for his methodical approach to solicitation design and source selection, consistently aligning acquisition strategies with statutory mandates and socioeconomic goals. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly identifiable in available data, Black’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned firms, and general commercial providers. His working relationships reflect a balanced emphasis on competition and compliance, fostering partnerships with both established contractors and emerging small businesses through structured solicitation processes that prioritize fairness and accountability. Black demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly half of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a notable 7.7% allocated to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs). His approach reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize small business participation while maintaining open competition where appropriate, aligning with federal priorities to promote equitable economic opportunity. His primary NAICS focus areas include Other Computer Related Services (541519), indicating significant involvement in IT support and systems integration, alongside specialized maintenance services in automotive repair (811121), commercial/industrial machinery (811310), septic tank services (562991), and hospitality operations (721110). This diverse technical portfolio underscores his expertise in procuring niche, mission-critical services that support both operational infrastructure and public-facing functions, requiring precise technical evaluation and vendor qualification.