Scott K. Arbegast

Scott K. Arbegast serves as a Contract 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 the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing agency mission objectives through efficient, transparent procurement practices. His portfolio primarily consists of commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) equipment and leasing arrangements, with a strong emphasis on office machinery and equipment rental and leasing under NAICS 532420. Arbegast routinely coordinates with technical stakeholders to define performance-based requirements and evaluates proposals for responsiveness, realism, and value. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in current data, Arbegast’s procurement patterns suggest consistent engagement with a broad base of commercial vendors, including manufacturers, wholesalers, and leasing firms that supply industrial and office equipment. His approach emphasizes competitive bidding under full and open competition, with targeted use of small business set-asides to foster market diversity and innovation. He maintains a balanced, compliance-driven relationship with vendors, prioritizing fairness, accountability, and adherence to acquisition regulations. Arbegast demonstrates a clear preference for non-set-aside procurements, with 80.8% of actions conducted under full and open competition. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 17.0% of contracts to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 2.1% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). This reflects a measured commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising competition or mission readiness. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 532420, indicating deep expertise in procuring office and industrial equipment through rental and leasing arrangements. He also engages with suppliers in industrial machinery wholesaling (423830) and manufacturing sectors such as computer peripheral equipment (334118) and industrial material handling systems (333924), showcasing a specialized understanding of commercial supply chains for operational support equipment.