Ryan M. Whaley

Ryan Whaley 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 advancing agency mission objectives through transparent, competitive procurement practices. Whaley typically handles complex service and manufacturing contracts requiring detailed technical evaluation and socioeconomic compliance, with a strong emphasis on small business engagement and strategic sourcing. Whaley maintains a balanced approach to contractor relationships, engaging both large-capacity vendors and small businesses across diverse industry sectors. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently collaborates with firms capable of delivering specialized management consulting, office furniture manufacturing, and environmental remediation services. His working relationships are characterized by proactive communication, clear performance expectations, and adherence to fair and open competition principles, fostering trust and accountability among vendors. A strong advocate for small business participation, Whaley prioritizes set-aside opportunities, with over half of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity, frequently utilizing small business set-asides over unrestricted competitions. He demonstrates consistent alignment with federal socioeconomic goals, though no specific programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB dominate his awards, indicating a broad-based preference for general small business eligibility. Whaley’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services), reflecting his expertise in securing strategic advisory and operational support. He also regularly procures office furniture from manufacturers under NAICS 337211 and 337214, as well as remediation services under NAICS 562910. This combination reveals a technical domain expertise in both professional services and industrial supply chains, positioning him as a versatile procurement professional adept at navigating both service-oriented and product-based acquisition environments.