James S. Rawlings

James Rawlings serves as a Contract Specialist within the W7MY Uspfo Activity Co Arng under the Department of the Army, where he manages the acquisition of critical logistical and quality-of-life services essential to Army National Guard and reserve component readiness. His portfolio centers on securing accommodations, meal services, and facility infrastructure to support training, mobilization, and ceremonial operations. Rawlings executes full lifecycle contracting actions under FAR Part 12 and Part 13, with a strong emphasis on performance-based service contracts and requirements defined through Statement of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS). He ensures compliance with federal procurement standards while aligning acquisitions with operational sustainment priorities. Rawlings maintains a consistent working relationship with CRE8AD8 LLC, a primary contractor delivering integrated logistical support services. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, service quality, and responsiveness to dynamic field conditions. He routinely engages with small and mid-sized vendors capable of rapid deployment and scalable service delivery, fostering long-term partnerships that prioritize mission adaptability and operational continuity. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to socioeconomic programs, with over 56% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively utilizes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, demonstrating a deliberate effort to promote veteran-owned enterprise participation. While the majority of acquisitions are small business-focused, he maintains flexibility with no-set-aside contracts to ensure mission-critical needs are met without undue delay. Rawlings specializes in procurements under NAICS 722320 (Caterers) and 721110 (Hotels and Motels), reflecting his focus on dining and lodging services for temporary garrison and field operations. He also manages acquisitions in sporting and athletic goods manufacturing (339920) and audiovisual equipment (334310), supporting training and ceremonial readiness. His technical expertise lies in service-based logistics, facility support, and mission-enabling equipment procurement tailored to the unique demands of reserve component operations.