Ivan Palacios

Ivan Palacios serves as a primary procurement contact, managing acquisitions and overseeing the contracting process to support the agency's operational requirements. In this role, he is responsible for executing procurement actions and ensuring that the acquisition of goods and services aligns with the agency's mission and regulatory guidelines. The agency demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with a significant majority of its procurement activity designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. There is also a notable focus on diversifying the vendor base through Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, while a smaller portion of requirements are competed as no set-aside. The procurement focus for this office is centered on specialized manufacturing and industrial equipment. Primary areas of expertise include the acquisition of surgical appliances and supplies, as well as air-conditioning, warm air heating, and commercial refrigeration equipment. Additionally, the agency procures measuring, dispensing, and pumping equipment, along with apparel accessories and blind and shade manufacturing.