Rafael Gomez

Rafael Gomez serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions across critical infrastructure and defense-related sectors. He plays a pivotal role in executing full lifecycle acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and agency mission objectives. His portfolio centers on high-value, technically demanding procurements involving energy systems, specialized transportation, and advanced manufacturing, requiring deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS compliance, competitive bidding protocols, and performance-based contracting methodologies. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Rafael maintains a broad network of industry partners spanning energy, logistics, and advanced manufacturing sectors. He engages with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses, fostering competitive environments through transparent solicitation practices and robust source selection processes. His approach emphasizes vendor collaboration, technical evaluation rigor, and post-award performance oversight to ensure delivery of mission-critical capabilities. Rafael demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he actively supports socioeconomic programs, consistently allocating 11.1% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 5.6% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). This balanced approach reflects a commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring meaningful participation from certified small and veteran-owned firms. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 324110 (Petroleum Refineries) and 324191 (Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in energy infrastructure and fuel supply chain procurement. He also regularly acquires specialized long-haul freight services (484230), aeronautical and navigation systems (334511), and shipbuilding and repair services (336611), showcasing technical proficiency in defense logistics, industrial manufacturing, and maritime systems. Rafael’s domain knowledge enables him to effectively evaluate technical proposals and ensure acquisition outcomes align with operational readiness requirements.