Mark R. Chase

Mark R. Chase serves as a key procurement professional within the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), supporting the agency’s mission to deliver secure, resilient, and interoperable information systems for global military operations. He manages a high-volume portfolio of acquisitions focused on commercial-off-the-shelf computing hardware, enterprise software, and mission-critical electronic components, ensuring alignment with DoD cybersecurity and interoperability standards. His work directly enables command and control infrastructure, secure communications networks, and cyber-enabled decision-making capabilities across all domains, with a strong emphasis on rapid procurement cycles to meet operational tempo. Chase maintains a procurement pattern centered on merchant wholesalers and technology distributors rather than direct manufacturers, fostering relationships with a broad base of small business vendors who specialize in computer equipment, networking peripherals, and electronic components. His contracting approach prioritizes agility and supply chain reliability, often leveraging GSA Schedule contracts and other pre-vetted acquisition vehicles to streamline sourcing. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, his portfolio consistently engages firms with expertise in military-grade hardware certification and DoD-compliant software distribution. A defining feature of Chase’s contracting strategy is an overwhelming commitment to small business participation, with 91.1% of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He actively prioritizes socioeconomic programs, with a notable 4.4% allocation to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting DISA’s broader mandate to promote equitable access to defense contracting. His patterns demonstrate a deliberate effort to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of meeting stringent security and logistics requirements. His primary NAICS focus is 423430, indicating deep specialization in the procurement of computer systems, software, and peripheral equipment through merchant wholesalers. Secondary focus areas include electronic parts and consumer electronics distribution, underscoring his technical expertise in commercial IT infrastructure adapted for defense use. He consistently sources products compliant with DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) and NIST standards, ensuring procurement aligns with cyber-resilience objectives.