Jeremy D. Steel

Jeremy D. Steel serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), while promoting transparency, fairness, and efficiency in contracting processes. His portfolio primarily consists of professional services acquisitions, with a strong emphasis on strategic consulting and management support services. Steel works closely with program managers and acquisition teams to translate mission needs into solicitation requirements that align with statutory and regulatory frameworks. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Steel consistently engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses and professional services firms capable of delivering administrative management and general management consulting expertise. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and contract performance oversight, fostering collaborative yet accountable vendor partnerships grounded in FAR-compliant practices. Steel demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business participation, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic opportunity for small businesses and ensure equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. His pattern of awarding exclusively to small businesses underscores a proactive alignment with national socioeconomic goals and a dedication to building a diverse supplier base. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 541611—Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services—indicating deep specialization in securing expert advisory services related to organizational efficiency, process improvement, and operational strategy. He routinely procures consulting deliverables such as strategic planning, performance management systems, workflow optimization, and governance support, demonstrating technical fluency in public sector management consulting domains.