Raymond J. Meraz

Raymond J. Meraz serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering mission-critical services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, including management consulting, research and development, custom software development, and computing infrastructure solutions, reflecting a strong emphasis on knowledge-based and technology-enabled procurement. Meraz engages with a diverse range of vendors, including large prime contractors and small businesses, to fulfill complex service requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, his contracting patterns indicate consistent collaboration with firms specializing in administrative management consulting, social science research, and IT services. He fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in competitive fairness and performance accountability, ensuring that contract outcomes align with agency objectives and regulatory standards. His procurement approach reflects a clear preference for open competition, with 83.3% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, he demonstrates meaningful support for socioeconomic programs, consistently awarding contracts under HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) authorities, each representing 5.6% of his awards. This balanced approach underscores his commitment to expanding market access for qualified small businesses while maintaining procurement integrity. Meraz’s technical focus centers on NAICS codes related to administrative management consulting (541611), social sciences research (541720), custom computer programming (541511), computing infrastructure services (518210), and computer equipment wholesale (423430). His expertise lies in procuring high-value professional services that support operational efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and digital transformation initiatives across federal operations.