John Grimes

John Grimes serves as a Contracting Officer for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), where he manages the acquisition of critical support services essential to the operation of K-12 schools for military-connected students worldwide. His role encompasses the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DoD-specific procurement policies. He primarily handles service-based acquisitions that sustain school infrastructure, student safety, and transportation systems, aligning procurement outcomes with DoDEA’s mission of delivering high-quality, equitable education in globally dispersed environments. Grimes maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, CORETECH CONSULTING INC., EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES LLC, RESIDENTIAL ENHANCEMENTS, INC., and FGI SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven experience in education support services, facility enhancements, and operational logistics. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contract oversight to ensure contractor accountability and mission alignment. His procurement portfolio reflects a strong but balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of his actions are unrestricted, he actively promotes small business eligibility and ensures competitive solicitation language that encourages participation from qualified vendors without imposing undue barriers. Grimes specializes in two primary NAICS categories: 485410 (School and Employee Bus Transportation) and 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services). He procures transportation services for student and staff mobility across overseas and domestic installations, as well as comprehensive security services to ensure safe learning environments. His technical expertise lies in managing complex, safety-critical service contracts that require strict regulatory adherence, real-time operational coordination, and integration with military installation protocols.