James V. Shillingford

James V. Shillingford serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions within the energy and infrastructure sectors. He plays a critical role in executing federal procurement strategies that ensure reliable utility services and critical infrastructure support. His portfolio centers on competitive solicitation processes under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on full and open competition. Shillingford routinely handles performance-based contracts for engineering, technical services, and utility system operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and rigorous source selection procedures. Shillingford maintains professional relationships with a diverse range of contractors, including large-scale energy infrastructure providers, specialized testing laboratories, and petroleum product wholesalers. His contracting approach emphasizes technical competency, past performance evaluation, and adherence to quality assurance standards. While no single vendor dominates his award profile, he consistently engages firms with proven expertise in power generation systems, water distribution networks, and industrial testing services, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in accountability and regulatory compliance. Shillingford’s procurement pattern reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a strategic focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, rather than reserving opportunities for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other designated categories. His approach prioritizes technical merit and operational readiness over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with mission-critical procurement needs where specialized capabilities outweigh demographic targeting. His primary NAICS focus includes fossil fuel electric power generation, water supply and irrigation systems, petroleum merchant wholesaling, and testing laboratory services. These areas reflect deep technical expertise in energy infrastructure, utility maintenance, fuel logistics, and analytical validation. Shillingford’s acquisitions frequently involve high-stakes technical systems requiring rigorous performance metrics, compliance with environmental and safety standards, and integration with existing federal utility networks. His domain knowledge spans energy generation, water resource management, and industrial testing protocols, making him a key liaison between technical stakeholders and procurement execution.