Jim Loba

Jim Loba serves as a Contracting Officer within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical capabilities to enhance national transportation security. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for technical consulting services, operational support solutions, and security-related personnel services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning purchases with the agency’s strategic priorities in aviation and transit security. His portfolio primarily supports the deployment of advanced detection systems, cybersecurity tools, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring technologies through competitively awarded contracts. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Jim Loba maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in scientific, technical, and management consulting services, as well as security guard and patrol firms. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, performance-based outcomes, and vendor accountability, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-integrity, mission-sensitive solutions under strict federal oversight. Jim Loba’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-aside designations, including no use of 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the high-stakes nature of transportation security procurements where specialized expertise often takes precedence over socioeconomic criteria. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) and 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), reflecting a heavy reliance on expert advisory services to support the design, integration, and evaluation of security technologies. He also routinely procures security guard and patrol services under NAICS 561612, demonstrating a dual emphasis on technical innovation and physical security operations. His domain expertise centers on cybersecurity, detection system procurement, and operational support for high-consequence transportation infrastructure.