Jack Howard

Jack Howard serves as Project Manager within the IT Network Services Contract Operations Division (47QTCD) of the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service, where he leads the planning, execution, and oversight of mission-critical IT procurements to modernize federal digital infrastructure. Responsible for end-to-end contract management, he ensures alignment with federal cybersecurity standards and interoperability requirements, focusing on customized software development, systems integration, and professional technical services that enhance operational efficiency across federal agencies. His acquisitions are strategically aligned with the agency’s mission to deliver secure, scalable, and future-ready IT solutions through performance-based contracting and agile acquisition methodologies. Jack Howard maintains collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of IT service providers, including systems integrators, cloud solution architects, and cybersecurity consultants. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages vendors with proven expertise in enterprise network modernization, DevOps implementation, and mission-critical application support. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor performance metrics, technical compliance, and long-term service reliability, fostering partnerships grounded in transparency and accountability rather than sole-source reliance. Mr. Howard’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of his acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing the most qualified firms regardless of size or certification status. While he does not routinely target 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his process remains fully compliant with all federal socioeconomic requirements, and small businesses are eligible to compete on an equal footing in open competitions. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing a wide array of IT professional services including systems design, data migration, network optimization, and technical support. He routinely procures services related to cloud migration, zero-trust architecture implementation, automated testing frameworks, and legacy system modernization, demonstrating deep expertise in the evolving landscape of federal IT modernization and digital transformation initiatives.