James L. Steff

James Steff serves as a Contracting Officer at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Glynco Procurement Office, where he manages mission-critical acquisitions that support the training, infrastructure, and operational readiness of federal law enforcement personnel. His portfolio encompasses the procurement of facility construction, advanced technology systems, and specialized support services essential to modern law enforcement training environments. Steff ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting strategies with the agency’s priorities in infrastructure modernization, secure communications, and detection system integration. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including Diversified Fabricators & Erectors, Inc., Range Cleaners Inc., Builders Supply Inc., Reynolds-Warren Equipment Company, Inc., and Contender Boats Inc., reflecting a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in commercial construction, equipment supply, and operational support. These partnerships are typically formed through full and open competition, with a focus on performance-based outcomes and technical compliance in high-stakes environments. While the majority of his acquisitions are conducted without set-asides (84%), Steff actively supports socioeconomic goals through targeted small business participation, including 8(a) competed and HUBZone set-asides, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both efficiency and equitable opportunity. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to integrate qualified small businesses into the agency’s supply chain without compromising mission-critical requirements. Steff’s primary NAICS focus areas include commercial and institutional building construction (236220), computer and peripheral equipment wholesale (423430), computer terminal manufacturing (334118), and security systems services (561621), underscoring his expertise in procuring integrated technology and physical infrastructure solutions. He specializes in acquiring systems that enhance training realism, data security, and operational reliability across federal law enforcement domains.