Mario Curiel

Mario Curiel serves as a Contracting Officer for Investigations and Operations Support Dallas (70CMSD) under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, where he is responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle of mission-critical support services essential to national security operations. He ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering capabilities that enhance digital forensics, secure communications, and operational infrastructure. His portfolio primarily consists of service-based procurements aligned with law enforcement readiness, including technical support, training, and specialized equipment integration. Curiel plays a pivotal role in translating operational needs into compliant, performance-based contracts that uphold DHS standards for efficiency and accountability. Curiel maintains established relationships with key vendors including Cellebrite Inc., Thomson Reuters Special Services LLC, CERIFI LLC, and Ensurity Mobile Corp., all of which provide advanced digital investigation tools, intelligence analytics, and mobile forensics solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical expertise and proven performance, often resulting in repeat engagements with firms capable of supporting complex, high-stakes law enforcement missions. He actively collaborates with contractors who demonstrate agility, cybersecurity compliance, and the ability to scale services across federal, state, and local operational environments. Curiel’s procurement strategy reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses. While the majority of his contracts are open to full and open competition, he consistently prioritizes small business participation where technical requirements permit, aligning with agency objectives to foster innovation and diversity in the vendor base. His primary procurement focus is squarely on NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services), which, despite its apparent scope, is used here to encompass specialized facility support services critical to secure operational environments—including sanitization of forensic labs, decontamination protocols, and maintenance of classified operational spaces. This reflects a nuanced application of the NAICS code to support mission-essential infrastructure rather than traditional cleaning services, underscoring his expertise in aligning procurement classifications with complex operational realities.