Larry Gillead

Larry Gillead serves as a Contract Specialist within the Headquarters Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), where he plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of defense acquisition contracts through rigorous oversight and compliance monitoring. His responsibilities include administering complex service and technical contracts, conducting pre-award evaluations, and ensuring contractor adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements and performance standards. Gillead supports DCMA’s mission of safeguarding taxpayer interests by enforcing contractual obligations across high-stakes defense programs, with a focus on technical compliance, quality assurance, and operational readiness. He typically handles acquisitions for professional services, information technology, and facility-related support essential to DoD mission execution. Gillead maintains collaborative working relationships with a diverse array of contractors, including prime vendors delivering IT infrastructure, security systems, and hospitality services to support military installations and defense operations. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he regularly engages with firms possessing relevant technical certifications and proven performance histories, emphasizing accountability and contractual fidelity. His approach prioritizes transparent, risk-informed contracting practices that align with DCMA’s oversight mandate, fostering partnerships grounded in compliance rather than volume. Gillead demonstrates a strong preference for open, non-set-aside competitions, with approximately 79% of his acquisitions conducted without socioeconomic set-asides. However, he consistently incorporates 8(a) and total small business set-asides—each accounting for roughly 10% of his awards—reflecting a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission needs. His contracting patterns support equitable access for small businesses while maintaining the operational integrity required by defense programs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting a deep specialization in digital services and software solutions critical to defense systems. He also regularly procures services under NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services) and 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services), indicating expertise in cybersecurity infrastructure and IT support. Additional activity in NAICS 721110 (Hotels and Motels) suggests procurement of lodging services for transient military personnel, underscoring his broad operational scope across both mission-critical and ancillary domains.