S. Chase Cooper

Stephen C. Cooper serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions across a diverse range of technical and industrial domains. In this role, he executes full lifecycle procurement activities in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, ensuring compliance, competition, and mission alignment. His portfolio primarily encompasses contracts for specialized manufacturing, information technology services, and professional training solutions, supporting operational readiness and workforce development initiatives. Cooper’s work is central to delivering mission-critical goods and services through transparent, efficient, and legally sound contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not available, Cooper maintains a broad network of vendors spanning small businesses and large prime contractors, with a procurement pattern that prioritizes competitive bidding and fair opportunity. He engages with suppliers across multiple tiers, fostering relationships with both established industry players and emerging firms capable of meeting complex technical requirements. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and rigorous source selection criteria to ensure quality and accountability. Cooper demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 21.4% of his awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate focus on leveraging socioeconomic programs to expand market access for small businesses, while the majority of his acquisitions remain open to full and open competition. This balance ensures robust competition while actively promoting economic inclusion and workforce development through targeted set-asides. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories including apparel accessories manufacturing, aeronautical and navigation system manufacturing, computer systems design services, construction machinery manufacturing, and professional management development training. These areas reflect expertise in procuring both physical equipment and high-value technical services, requiring deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, technical specifications, and performance metrics. Cooper’s domain knowledge enables him to effectively manage acquisitions involving complex engineering, cybersecurity, and workforce training components.