Taylor Stearman

Taylor Stearman serves as an Administrative Officer (IAP) responsible for managing non-personal services acquisitions within a federal operational framework. In this role, Stearman supports mission-critical administrative functions by executing procurements under simplified acquisition procedures and utilizing appropriate contract vehicles to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective service delivery. Their work is central to sustaining day-to-day agency operations through the acquisition of specialized personal services, ensuring alignment with federal procurement regulations and internal policy directives. Stearman typically handles task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts for professional support services requiring flexibility and rapid mobilization. Stearman maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships across the professional services sector, engaging with a diverse pool of contractors offering administrative, logistical, and operational support. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, Stearman consistently works with firms capable of delivering high-quality, on-demand services such as clerical support, program coordination, and technical assistance. Relationships are characterized by responsiveness, regulatory compliance, and performance-based contract management, with an emphasis on maintaining a competitive and open acquisition environment. Stearman’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 100% of awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This pattern indicates a focus on maximizing competition and selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, consistent with mission needs that prioritize capability and timeliness over socioeconomic targeting. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in their portfolio, all acquisitions remain fully compliant with FAR requirements for fair and open competition. The primary NAICS code for Stearman’s acquisitions is 812990, All Other Personal Services, which encompasses a wide array of specialized administrative and support services. These include but are not limited to event coordination, personnel screening, records management, and operational logistics support. Stearman’s expertise lies in identifying and procuring niche, non-clinical services that enable efficient government functioning, demonstrating deep familiarity with the nuances of personal services contracting under federal guidelines.