Scott Frankel

Scott Frankel serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracts and Acquisitions Management unit of the U.S. Department of Education, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that advance federal education policy and institutional capacity. He manages the full lifecycle of professional services contracts, with a focus on research, consulting, and educational support solutions that inform evidence-based decision-making in postsecondary education. His work directly supports the agency’s mission to strengthen regulatory compliance, modernize student aid systems, and enhance national data infrastructure through targeted acquisition strategies aligned with FAR guidelines. Frankel maintains a consistent working relationship with LPE-STRATEGIES LLC, a primary contractor delivering analytical and policy advisory services. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with firms possessing deep expertise in education research and institutional evaluation, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes and compliance with federal standards. He regularly engages contractors across a spectrum of sizes, ensuring alignment with both mission needs and socioeconomic goals. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to small business participation, with approximately half of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while the remainder remain open to all competitors. This approach underscores a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses without compromising the quality or scope of services required to meet critical educational objectives. Frankel’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), followed by process and logistics consulting (541614) and educational support services (611710). He specializes in acquiring qualitative and quantitative research, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and operational consulting services that inform federal education programs and improve system-wide efficiency. His technical domain expertise lies at the intersection of education policy, data governance, and institutional performance evaluation.