Philip Rasmussen

Philip Rasmussen serves as a Contracting Officer within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer’s Procurement and Acquisition Management Branch at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical information technology and professional services to support modernized digital infrastructure. His portfolio centers on securing advanced computing services, custom software solutions, and technical consulting to sustain data-driven agricultural policy systems. Rasmussen ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with strategic priorities in cybersecurity, system interoperability, and operational resilience across USDA’s digital ecosystem. He maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ALPHA OMEGA INTEGRATION LLC and SAMYAK SOLUTIONS, INC., both of which provide specialized IT integration and software development services. He also engages MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC for facility-related technical support, reflecting a diversified vendor base that balances technical expertise with operational needs. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous source selection, and long-term vendor accountability, fostering stable partnerships with firms capable of delivering scalable, secure solutions. Rasmussen’s set-aside preferences reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with 22.2% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority—77.8%—are competed without set-asides to ensure broad market access. He actively leverages small business capabilities without compromising competition, demonstrating a balanced approach to socioeconomic goals and mission effectiveness. His primary NAICS focus areas include 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), underscoring his specialization in bespoke software development, systems integration, and technical consulting. He also procures services under 541990 and 517919, indicating expertise in niche professional and telecommunications support services. Rasmussen’s domain knowledge centers on secure, scalable IT environments that enable real-time data analytics and policy implementation across USDA’s operational footprint.