Karl H. Johnson

Karl H. Johnson serves as a Contracting Officer within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support national security and operational readiness. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of professional, scientific, and technical service contracts, with a primary focus on security operations and facility support services. Johnson ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing the agency’s objectives in cybersecurity infrastructure, systems engineering, and physical security enhancement. He routinely handles task and delivery order contracts under indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms to maintain agile and responsive procurement capabilities. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Johnson maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including large primes and small business subcontractors, particularly those with expertise in guard services and facility support. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contract administration to ensure service quality and mission alignment. He fosters transparent vendor engagement through pre-solicitation outreach and post-award performance reviews, reinforcing accountability and continuous improvement. Johnson demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic programs, with approximately half of his portfolio designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a strong preference for small business participation. He actively promotes equitable access for small businesses without favoring specific socioeconomic categories, enabling broad competition while meeting statutory goals for small business contracting. His procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), accounting for 75% of his activity, underscoring his specialization in physical security, access control, and on-site protective services. The remaining 25% involves NAICS 812320 (Drycleaning and Laundry Services), supporting facility operations for DHS installations. This unique blend highlights his expertise in integrating mission-critical security functions with essential administrative support services to sustain secure federal environments.