Lawrence M Ballasy

Lawrence M. Ballasy serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing the procurement of critical industrial components and hardware systems. His role centers on executing full-cycle contracting actions in compliance with FAR regulations, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of mission-critical parts for federal operations. He specializes in direct purchases of manufactured hardware, coordinating requirements analysis, market research, solicitation development, and contract award activities. Ballasy’s portfolio primarily supports logistics, maintenance, and infrastructure readiness through the acquisition of standardized mechanical components, making him a key contributor to the agency’s operational sustainment mission. While specific contractor names are not available, Ballasy maintains consistent relationships with manufacturers and wholesale distributors specializing in fasteners, hardware, and sealing devices. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industrial suppliers with proven quality control systems and just-in-time delivery capabilities. He engages both large-capacity producers and small business vendors, prioritizing reliability, compliance with ANSI/ASME standards, and certified material traceability in vendor selection. Ballasy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 38% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His approach consistently prioritizes small business eligibility, favoring set-asides over unrestricted competitions when market conditions permit. He does not rely on specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing broadly on the small business category to maximize competition and foster supplier diversity within the industrial supply base. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing), 332510 (Hardware Manufacturing), and 339991 (Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in mechanical fastening and sealing systems. He routinely procures precision-engineered components used in mechanical assemblies, industrial equipment, and maintenance applications, demonstrating specialized knowledge of material specifications, dimensional tolerances, and industry standards such as SAE and ISO. His technical domain expertise ensures acquisitions align with engineering requirements and long-term operational durability needs.