Ivan Hargrove

Ivan Hargrove serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal procurement activities under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on logistics, transportation, and energy infrastructure support services. He plays a critical role in ensuring timely and compliant acquisition of essential operational capabilities, particularly in warehousing, specialized trucking, and petroleum distribution systems. His portfolio includes full and open competitions as well as socioeconomic set-asides, reflecting a balanced approach to meeting agency mission needs while advancing small business participation. He routinely handles performance-based service contracts, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, and task order awards under standardized contract types including CPFF and FFPE. While specific contractor names are not available, Mr. Hargrove maintains active relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, veteran-owned firms, and experienced logistics providers. His contracting patterns indicate a preference for competitive, transparent processes that encourage both established contractors and emerging small businesses to participate. He fosters collaborative vendor engagement through pre-solicitation outreach, market research, and clear performance metrics, promoting accountability and value-driven outcomes. Mr. Hargrove demonstrates strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with over 46% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides. His most frequent set-aside vehicles include Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) competitions, and 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs. Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) participation, while smaller, remains part of his inclusive procurement framework. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 493190 (Other Warehousing and Storage), followed by 484220 (Specialized Freight Trucking, Local) and 424710 (Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals), indicating deep expertise in supply chain logistics and energy distribution infrastructure. He routinely procures storage solutions, local freight movement services, and petroleum handling systems, demonstrating technical proficiency in transportation operations and facility management.