James G O'Keefe

James G. O’Keefe serves as a Contracting Officer for the W6QK Acc-APG Adelphi under the Department of the Army, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical scientific and engineering capabilities to support advanced defense research and development. His portfolio centers on high-precision laboratory instrumentation, electronic measurement systems, secure computing infrastructure, and specialized fabrication services essential for physical science and engineering R&D. O’Keefe ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement strategies with the agency’s mission to sustain cutting-edge technical capabilities for national security applications. He maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of technical vendors, including Physical Electronics USA, Inc., AMD International Technologies LLC, and ILLUMINA, INC., who provide advanced analytical instruments and specialized research equipment. He also collaborates with engineering and construction firms such as Jaxon Engineering and Maintenance LLC and McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC to support facility upgrades and technical infrastructure. His contracting approach emphasizes technical proficiency, performance-based outcomes, and long-term vendor reliability over transactional sourcing. O’Keefe’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 92.9% of awards issued without set-asides. While small business participation is limited, he actively supports Women-Owned Small Businesses, accounting for 7.1% of his awards, demonstrating a targeted commitment to socioeconomic diversity within a technically demanding acquisition environment. His primary NAICS focus areas include 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting his specialization in procuring advanced spectrometers, mass spectrometry systems, data analysis platforms, and secure computing hardware. He also oversees acquisitions in electronic computer manufacturing and specialized metal fabrication, underscoring his expertise in complex, high-reliability technical systems critical to defense science missions.