Steven R. Barry

Steven G. Barry serves as a Contracting Officer within the GSA/FAS Center for IT Schedule Program, where he plays a pivotal role in executing the federal government’s strategic acquisition of information technology services and infrastructure. Responsible for managing complex IT procurements under GSA Multiple Award Schedules, he facilitates streamlined access to pre-vetted solutions in telecommunications, cloud-enabled platforms, and managed infrastructure, directly supporting agency-wide digital transformation initiatives. His portfolio centers on contract actions under FAR Part 12 and Schedule ordering procedures, ensuring compliance with federal IT modernization priorities while maintaining rigorous oversight of vendor performance and delivery timelines. Barry maintains consistent working relationships with a diverse range of IT service providers, including large systems integrators, managed service vendors, and specialized technology firms delivering network infrastructure, data storage, and cloud-based computing solutions. He actively engages with vendors holding IT Schedule 70 and other GSA schedule contracts, fostering collaborative procurement pathways that prioritize scalability, security, and interoperability. His approach emphasizes vendor accountability, performance-based contracting, and adherence to NIST cybersecurity frameworks in all acquisition actions. His contracting patterns reflect a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with nearly 37.5% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides, including a notable focus on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). While the majority of his actions are open to full and open competition, he strategically deploys total small business set-asides to enhance market access and promote innovation among underrepresented vendors. Barry’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories 334112 (Computer Storage Device Manufacturing), 517919 (Other Telecommunications), 519190 (All Other Information Services), and 561421 (Telephone Answering Services). He specializes in acquiring managed IT services, telecommunications infrastructure, data storage systems, and digital support platforms, demonstrating deep expertise in the technical and regulatory nuances of federal IT procurement.