Michael J. Winslow

Michael Winslow serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-apg Cont Ct Software Sector under the Department of the Army, where he plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions for secure software systems, communications infrastructure, and information technology platforms essential to Army modernization and battlefield readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements—from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and DFARS while aligning acquisitions with the Army’s strategic objectives in command, control, and network resilience. His portfolio primarily encompasses IT services, software development, and mission-critical systems integration supporting distributed operational environments. Winslow maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including British Telecommunications Public Limited Company, Liberty Communications, Inc., and Southwest Industrial Contractors & Riggers, Inc., reflecting a blend of large prime contractors with specialized capabilities in telecommunications, systems integration, and facilities support. His contracting patterns indicate a preference for established vendors with proven experience in defense-grade communications and IT infrastructure, often leveraging Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) mechanisms to accelerate delivery of agile, secure solutions. His set-aside preferences show a strong emphasis on open competition, with 84.2% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides, while 15.8% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced approach—prioritizing mission needs while maintaining a deliberate, albeit limited, commitment to small business participation in eligible categories. Winslow’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), 561210 (Facilities Support Services), and 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), indicating a diverse technical domain spanning software development, IT support services, and infrastructure enablement. He routinely procures secure networking solutions, data platform integration, and mission-critical maintenance services tailored to the Army’s evolving digital battlefield requirements.