Mark R. Brandt

Mark R. Brandt serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of security guards and patrol services to support federal operational requirements. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical protective services through competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting processes. His portfolio is exclusively focused on professional security services, requiring deep familiarity with performance-based contracting, statement of work development, and contractor oversight frameworks under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Brandt’s work directly supports agency safety and security objectives by securing reliable, vetted personnel to fulfill static and mobile patrol functions. Brandt maintains a broad network of qualified vendors specializing in private security services, including both large national firms and regional providers with demonstrated capacity to meet federal staffing and training standards. He engages contractors through full and open competition, consistently evaluating proposals on technical merit, past performance, and compliance with federal security protocols. His working relationships are characterized by clear communication, rigorous performance monitoring, and a commitment to accountability in service delivery. Brandt’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-aside designations. While he does not currently utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his approach emphasizes merit-based selection and equitable access for all qualified vendors, ensuring the highest standards of service quality and operational readiness. His procurement expertise is narrowly focused on NAICS code 561612, Security Guards and Patrol Services. He specializes in acquiring armed and unarmed security personnel, access control services, and mobile patrol operations, often requiring specialized training in federal facility protocols, emergency response, and background screening compliance. Brandt’s technical domain knowledge includes understanding of DHS and GSA security standards, contractor credentialing, and the unique workforce demands of federal site protection.