Raymond M. Barben

Raymond M. Barben serves as a Senior Contracting Officer within GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service, Region 4, where he leads the acquisition of mission-critical information technology and technical services to support federal defense, aviation, and command-and-control systems. In this role, he is responsible for managing full lifecycle procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR and agency-specific policies. His portfolio centers on integrated computing solutions, software development, and engineering support, with a strong emphasis on delivering secure, scalable, and interoperable IT infrastructure to sustain national security operations. Barben maintains a consistent working relationship with AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, a key vendor providing specialized technical services and systems integration. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established, high-capacity contractors capable of delivering complex, mission-aligned solutions under tight timelines. He engages with vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, prioritizing performance-based outcomes and rigorous technical evaluations to ensure mission readiness. His procurement activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on technical capability and mission urgency over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the agency’s need for rapid deployment of high-assurance systems. Barben’s acquisitions are concentrated in two primary NAICS categories: 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541219 (Other Accounting Services), indicating a dual emphasis on bespoke software development and financial systems support. He routinely procures enterprise-level software solutions, cybersecurity-enabled applications, and technical engineering services, demonstrating deep expertise in IT modernization, systems integration, and compliance-driven procurement within high-stakes federal environments.