Ryan Livergood

Ryan Livergood serves as a Contract Administrator responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from solicitation through contract award and administration. In his role, he ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations and supports the agency’s mission by executing timely, transparent, and legally sound contracting actions. He specializes in complex waste management services acquisitions, leveraging his expertise to align procurements with operational needs while maintaining rigorous oversight of contractor performance and regulatory adherence. His work is foundational to ensuring efficient, accountable public service delivery through strategic sourcing. Livergood maintains collaborative relationships with a broad base of small business contractors specializing in environmental and waste management services. He works closely with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency in non-hazardous waste handling, recycling logistics, and facility operations support. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his consistent reliance on small business participation fosters a competitive, inclusive marketplace. His approach emphasizes clear communication, performance-based contracting, and proactive vendor engagement to ensure service quality and regulatory compliance. A steadfast advocate for small business opportunity, Livergood exclusively utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring that all solicitations in his purview are reserved for small businesses. This unwavering commitment reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize economic inclusion and stimulate local enterprise development. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize small business eligibility, with no awards issued under other socioeconomic categories, underscoring a focused dedication to empowering small business owners within the waste management sector. His primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 562998—All Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services—encompassing a wide array of specialized services such as collection, sorting, processing, and disposal of non-hazardous solid waste. He procures solutions that support municipal, institutional, and operational waste streams, requiring deep technical understanding of environmental compliance, logistics optimization, and service-level performance metrics. Livergood’s expertise centers on securing cost-effective, sustainable waste management capabilities through precise, needs-driven contracting.