Matthew Ferebee

Matthew Ferebee serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, including the FAR and agency-specific policies, while promoting efficiency and accountability in the acquisition process. His portfolio primarily consists of complex research and development contracts requiring technical rigor and precise performance metrics, often involving non-commercial, government-unique solutions. Ferebee collaborates with a broad spectrum of contractors, including academic research institutions, independent R&D firms, and specialized engineering service providers, many of which possess deep expertise in physical, engineering, and life sciences. While no single contractor dominates his award profile, his procurement patterns reflect a preference for technically capable vendors with proven track records in experimental and applied research. He fosters collaborative relationships with industry partners to ensure contract requirements align with cutting-edge scientific capabilities and innovation pipelines. Ferebee’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing technical merit, past performance, and capability over preferential programs. While he does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his approach remains fully compliant with small business goals and encourages participation through unrestricted opportunities. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 541712—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology). He routinely acquires services such as laboratory testing, prototype development, data modeling, and systems engineering for government-funded scientific initiatives, demonstrating specialized expertise in technical proposal evaluation and performance-based contracting within STEM domains.