Justin P Zerbato

Justin P. Zerbato serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for mission-critical transportation security systems, including explosive detection equipment, irradiation technologies, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring solutions. Zerbato ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with the TSA’s strategic objectives to enhance aviation and transit security infrastructure. His portfolio primarily supports operational readiness through the acquisition of specialized detection systems and integrated security services, requiring deep technical understanding of safety-critical hardware and software solutions. Zerbato collaborates with a diverse range of vendors, including prime contractors specializing in defense-grade detection systems, cybersecurity service providers, and transit technology integrators. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages with firms possessing expertise in federal compliance, technical certification, and rapid deployment of security-critical infrastructure. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, risk mitigation, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with suppliers capable of meeting stringent TSA operational standards. Zerbato demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes participation from small businesses across multiple categories, ensuring equitable access to opportunities while maintaining rigorous technical and compliance standards. His procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach between maximizing competition and supporting the growth of qualified small businesses in the security technology sector. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS codes 485113 and 485999, corresponding to bus and transit systems and other ground passenger transportation services, alongside 813920 for professional organizations providing technical and operational support. Zerbato specializes in acquiring integrated security systems, automated monitoring platforms, and maintenance services critical to the resilience of national transit networks, demonstrating expertise in both procurement strategy and technical evaluation of complex security solutions.