Jerry Allen

Jerry Allen serves as a GSA Project Manager within the IT Network Services Contract Operations Division (47QTCD) of the General Services Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service. He leads the planning, solicitation, and execution of mission-critical IT acquisitions designed to modernize federal digital infrastructure, with a focus on secure, scalable, and interoperable systems. His portfolio centers on customized software development, systems integration, and technical support services that enable secure network operations across federal agencies. Allen ensures acquisitions align with GSA’s strategic objectives to enhance operational efficiency through advanced technology solutions, consistently applying sound contracting practices under FAR and agency-specific guidelines. Allen works closely with a broad base of small business vendors, prioritizing partnerships with firms capable of delivering specialized audio and video equipment solutions for federal communications and surveillance systems. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his procurement patterns reflect a preference for agile, responsive vendors with proven expertise in secure hardware design and deployment. He fosters collaborative relationships with contractors through early engagement, clear performance metrics, and structured feedback mechanisms to ensure technical compliance and mission readiness. Allen maintains a 100% Small Business Set-Aside preference across all his acquisitions, fully embracing FAR 19.5 to maximize opportunities for small businesses. His contracting approach consistently channels awards to small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and other socioeconomically designated entities, reinforcing GSA’s commitment to equitable access and economic inclusion. This unwavering focus ensures broad participation from innovative small firms while maintaining high standards for technical performance and delivery. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 334310—Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing—where he acquires secure, government-grade audiovisual systems, encryption-enabled communication hardware, and mission-specific video infrastructure. His technical expertise lies in procuring ruggedized, interoperable devices that meet FISMA and NIST standards, supporting secure video conferencing, surveillance, and real-time data transmission across federal facilities.