James E. Harkless

James Harkless serves in a secondary role within the agency's procurement structure. While specific individual responsibilities are not detailed, his position contributes to the broader acquisition mission and the execution of the agency's procurement requirements. The agency's contracting landscape is characterized by a high volume of non-set-aside awards. While specific top-tier vendors are not identified in the current data, the agency maintains an active vendor base capable of supporting large-scale requirements across various industrial sectors. The agency demonstrates a significant preference for full and open competition, with the vast majority of its procurement activity occurring without set-aside designations. There is a minor level of participation in socioeconomic contracting, specifically through awards to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. The agency's procurement focus is heavily concentrated in the logistics and energy sectors. A primary area of specialization is within warehousing and storage services. Additionally, the agency manages significant requirements related to the oil and gas industry, including crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, petroleum refining, and natural gas distribution.