Steven Williams

Steven Williams, CTR, serves as a Contract Specialist within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Justice Programs (Agency Code: 15F067), supporting critical acquisitions aligned with the FBI’s mission to advance forensic science, digital intelligence, and secure communications. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—focusing on technical and operational support services essential to criminal investigations and evidence integrity. His portfolio primarily encompasses specialized equipment, logistics, and consulting services that enhance the FBI’s forensic laboratory capabilities and cyber-enabled investigative infrastructure. Williams maintains consistent contracting relationships with key vendors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., which supply mission-critical gear and technical systems for field operations and forensic analysis. His working pattern reflects a preference for established contractors with proven capabilities in law enforcement and forensic domains, often leveraging long-term vendor partnerships to ensure reliability and compliance with federal security standards. While he engages with a broad vendor base, his primary focus remains on suppliers with demonstrated expertise in secure, tamper-resistant equipment and certified forensic support solutions. His procurement approach prioritizes open competition, with 75% of awards issued under no set-aside provisions, reflecting a focus on technical suitability over socioeconomic categorization. However, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating approximately 18.8% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides and 6.3% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both mission effectiveness and socioeconomic goals. Williams’ NAICS focus centers on 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation) and 423910 (Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers), indicating procurement of specialized transport logistics and law enforcement-grade equipment. He also engages 541614 and 541611 consultants for process optimization and operational logistics, underscoring his technical expertise in supporting complex, high-integrity investigative systems.