Steve Ostrander

Steve Ostrander 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 FAR regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through timely and transparent procurement processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts, particularly in specialized technical and facility support domains, with a strong emphasis on small business participation. Ostrander routinely handles competitive solicitations under both sealed bid and negotiated procedures, ensuring adherence to federal acquisition policy while fostering accountability and value for public funds. While specific contractor names are not available, Ostrander maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with small and mid-sized vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs. His contracting approach reflects a preference for open competition with targeted set-asides, fostering a diverse vendor ecosystem. He regularly collaborates with firms possessing specialized technical capabilities in flight training, industrial equipment maintenance, and construction support services, cultivating long-term partnerships grounded in performance and compliance. Ostrander demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business procurement, with over 58% of his awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides and HUBZone preferences, reflecting a strategic alignment with federal socioeconomic goals. His contracting patterns prioritize equitable access for disadvantaged businesses, ensuring robust participation from small, minority-owned, and location-based enterprises in federal opportunities. His primary NAICS focus areas include Flight Training (611512), Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair (811310), Roofing (238160), and Custom Computer Programming (541511). This specialization indicates deep expertise in procuring technical training services, maintenance of non-automotive equipment, facility construction support, and bespoke software development. Ostrander’s domain knowledge enables him to effectively evaluate technical proposals and ensure contract requirements align with operational needs in these niche industries.