Mariano Torres

Mariano Torres serves as a Contract Specialist within the W7PA Uspfo Activity Prang 156, part of the Department of the Army’s Puerto Rico Air National Guard support structure. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions to sustain mission-critical infrastructure and operational services, including facility maintenance, lodging, dining, and logistical support systems. His acquisitions focus on ensuring readiness through timely and compliant contract awards for construction, maintenance, and service-based requirements that directly support reserve component operations. He works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align contracting strategies with operational priorities and regulatory compliance under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Torres maintains a consistent working relationship with ICON CORP as a primary contractor, engaging in long-term partnerships for facility and infrastructure support services. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, performance-based outcomes, and vendor accountability, fostering collaborative relationships with contractors who demonstrate proven capacity in delivering mission-critical services under demanding operational conditions. He frequently engages with vendors capable of rapid response and sustained support across geographically dispersed locations in Puerto Rico. A strong advocate for small business participation, Torres consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, accounting for over 72% of his award activity. He also regularly incorporates Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and broadening the pool of qualified small business competitors. His pattern of set-aside usage aligns with DoD mandates to enhance small business access to federal opportunities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. His procurement portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), with significant activity also in 722320 (Caterers), 721110 (Hotels and Motels), 561730 (Landscaping Services), and 423830 (Industrial Machinery Wholesalers). This reflects deep expertise in acquiring services and supplies that maintain habitability, operational sustainability, and infrastructure integrity for military reserve facilities.