Shane R. Manuel

Shane R. Manuel serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. He plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly under FAR Part 19, while delivering high-quality educational and instructional services. His portfolio primarily consists of non-traditional, mission-critical contracts for specialized training and educational programming, requiring careful alignment with statutory mandates and performance-based acquisition principles. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Mr. Manuel consistently engages with a broad spectrum of small business vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs aligned with his set-aside priorities. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive small business participation, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering tailored instructional services in niche educational domains. He maintains a transparent, fair, and inclusive contracting process designed to maximize vendor diversity and ensure equitable access to federal opportunities. Mr. Manuel demonstrates an unwavering commitment to small business utilization, with 100% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize small businesses without regard to specific socioeconomic subcategories, promoting broad-based economic opportunity and encouraging new entrants into federal contracting. His consistent application of set-aside authorities underscores a proactive effort to strengthen the small business ecosystem through intentional contracting practices. His primary area of focus is NAICS 611699, All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction, indicating deep expertise in procuring non-traditional educational services such as specialized tutoring, workforce development training, and community-based instructional programs. He specializes in acquisitions involving curriculum design, adult and continuing education delivery, and non-degree credentialing services, often requiring nuanced understanding of pedagogical standards and performance metrics beyond conventional academic settings.