Jeffrey B. Strange

Jeffrey B. Strange serves as a Contracting Officer for the W7NT Uspfo Activity Nd Arng under the Department of the Army, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle of critical logistics, facility, and personnel support services essential to Army National Guard operational readiness. He oversees the procurement of professional, scientific, and technical services that enable training, medical, and administrative capabilities for state-based forces, with a focus on sustaining infrastructure, food and lodging operations, and field-deployable equipment. His portfolio is characterized by complex, mission-critical contracts requiring precise compliance with FAR provisions and timely execution to support dynamic force readiness requirements. Mr. Strange maintains established working relationships with key contractors including Institutions Services, Inc. and Northern Plains Laboratory LLC, both of which provide specialized support in facility operations, technical services, and mission-enabling logistics. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for long-term, performance-based partnerships with vendors capable of delivering scalable, on-site services across multiple geographic locations. These relationships are built on consistent performance, compliance with federal standards, and responsiveness to the unique demands of National Guard operations. His procurement strategy prioritizes non-set-aside acquisitions at 80%, reflecting the scale and urgency of mission requirements, while maintaining a deliberate 20% commitment to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach ensures access to specialized capabilities while fostering meaningful small business participation without compromising mission outcomes. He actively leverages small business resources where technical requirements permit, aligning with Department of Defense socioeconomic goals. Mr. Strange’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), followed by 541890 (Advertising Support Services), 611310 (Colleges and Universities), and 721214 (Recreational and Vacation Camps). These categories reflect his specialization in acquiring expert consulting, training support, administrative services, and temporary lodging solutions critical to sustaining National Guard readiness. His expertise spans the intersection of operational logistics, personnel support, and technical services in austere and mobile environments.