Taylor J. Dufrene

Taylor J. Dufrene serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. In this role, Dufrene ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering mission-critical technical services through transparent, competitive processes. Their portfolio primarily encompasses information technology and specialized instrumentation procurements, with a strong emphasis on software development, systems design, and measurement device procurement. Dufrene’s work is instrumental in aligning acquisition strategies with operational needs while maintaining rigorous oversight and accountability. Dufrene maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including large prime contractors and small businesses specializing in computer systems design, custom programming, and electronic instrument manufacturing. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, Dufrene consistently engages with firms capable of delivering complex, high-integrity technical solutions under performance-based contracting frameworks. Their approach emphasizes fair competition, clear statement of work development, and performance metrics to ensure contractor accountability and mission success. Dufrene demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 85.7% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, they actively support small business participation, with 14.3% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring opportunities for qualified small businesses to contribute to mission-critical procurements, though no specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB are currently predominant in their award patterns. Their primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), accounting for over half of their activity, followed by computer systems design and custom programming services. Additional expertise includes procurement of precision measuring and testing instruments under NAICS 334515 and 334519, indicating deep technical familiarity with electronic signal analysis and control systems. Dufrene’s domain knowledge enables effective evaluation of technical proposals and ensures alignment between acquisition outcomes and operational requirements.