Steven J. Graves

Steven J. Graves serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from solicitation through contract award and administration. His role is central to ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical construction and environmental remediation initiatives. He specializes in complex, high-stakes procurements requiring rigorous technical evaluation and risk mitigation, typically handling sealed bidding and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 14 and Part 15. His work directly supports infrastructure development and regulatory compliance efforts across government facilities. While specific contractor names are not available, Graves maintains a broad network of vendors qualified in commercial and institutional construction and environmental remediation services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven performance histories in facility construction, site preparation, and hazardous material abatement. He engages with both large primes and qualified small business subcontractors, fostering competitive bidding environments that prioritize technical capability, past performance, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. Graves demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 92% of his acquisitions conducted as unrestricted procurements and 8% reserved for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate, balanced approach to promoting small business participation without compromising competition or mission requirements. He consistently adheres to statutory small business goals, ensuring eligible firms have equitable access to opportunities while maintaining fiscal accountability and program integrity. His primary procurement focus is on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), encompassing new builds, renovations, and facility upgrades for government-owned structures. He also manages acquisitions under NAICS 562910 (Remediation Services), including soil and groundwater cleanup, asbestos abatement, and hazardous waste management. This dual specialization positions him as a technical expert in construction procurement with deep familiarity in environmental compliance and regulatory frameworks governing federal infrastructure projects.