Roland Jasso

Roland Jasso serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives within his organization. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements in the life sciences and medical technology sectors, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, surgical instruments, and related medical supplies. Roland specializes in competitive sealed bidding and negotiated acquisitions under FAR Part 15, often coordinating with technical evaluators and program managers to align contracting strategies with operational needs. While specific contractor names are not available, Roland maintains a broad network of vendors serving the healthcare and biomedical industries, engaging both large-capability firms and small businesses capable of meeting stringent regulatory and quality standards. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitation. He frequently collaborates with suppliers possessing ISO 13485 certification, cGMP compliance, and FDA-regulated manufacturing credentials, ensuring procurement actions support public health and safety objectives. Roland demonstrates a modest but intentional commitment to socioeconomic programs, with small business set-asides accounting for nearly 10% of his portfolio. His awards include Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, as well as targeted opportunities for Women-Owned Small Businesses and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Though the majority of his contracts remain unrestricted, he actively promotes small business participation through early market research and outreach to eligible vendors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325412 (pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing), 339112 (surgical instrument manufacturing), and 339113 (surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in regulated medical product acquisition. He also procures specialized services under 811219, indicating engagement with medical equipment repair and maintenance. Roland’s technical domain expertise centers on FDA-regulated goods and high-compliance industrial manufacturing, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent quality, safety, and traceability requirements.