Karl Andrew Knott

Karl Knott serves as a Contracting Officer, where he is responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring procurement integrity within his agency. He oversees the solicitation and award process to support the agency's operational requirements through strategic sourcing and contract administration. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a strong emphasis on socioeconomic goals. A significant portion of procurement activity is directed toward 8(a) competed requirements and Total Small Business Set-Asides, indicating a consistent commitment to increasing small business participation in the agency's supply chain. His procurement activity is heavily concentrated in the construction and facilities maintenance sectors. The primary focus is on commercial and institutional building construction, with additional technical expertise in electrical wiring installation, painting and wall covering, office furniture manufacturing, and wireless communications equipment.