Jeff Auser

Jeff Auser serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. His portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, with a strong emphasis on research, consulting, and technical support contracts. Auser’s work supports the agency’s operational efficiency by securing high-quality, cost-effective solutions aligned with strategic priorities, often navigating complex solicitation requirements and source selection criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, Auser maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including large professional services firms and small businesses offering specialized expertise in social sciences, management consulting, and information technology services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open-market procurements, with a structured approach to evaluating technical merit and past performance. He engages vendors through both sealed bidding and negotiated procedures, ensuring transparency and fairness in source selection. Auser demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 86.2% of his awards issued without set-asides. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating 10.3% of his awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 3.5% to 8(a) competed contracts. This balance reflects a commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising competition or mission needs, aligning with federal priorities to foster equitable access to government contracting opportunities. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), where he acquires analytical, policy, and behavioral research services. He also regularly procures administrative management consulting (541611), technical consulting (541690), and other computer-related services (541519), reflecting expertise in evidence-based decision support and operational improvement. Additionally, he manages hospitality-related contracts (721110), indicating a broad but targeted scope of technical and administrative service acquisitions.