Thomas Butts

Thomas Butts serves as a Procurement Clerk within the New Orleans Contract Operations Management Branch of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, supporting critical disaster response and recovery missions under DHS. In this role, he facilitates the end-to-end acquisition process for essential logistical services, including site preparation, temporary housing infrastructure, and emergency support operations. His responsibilities include preparing solicitation documents, maintaining contract files, coordinating with contracting officers, and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. He plays a vital operational role in enabling rapid deployment of resources following federal disaster declarations, particularly those requiring temporary lodging solutions such as recreational vehicle parks and campground facilities. While specific contractor names are not available, Thomas works closely with a broad network of specialty trade contractors who deliver field-ready infrastructure services. His procurement activities support vendor partnerships characterized by agility, scalability, and rapid mobilization—critical for responding to dynamic emergency conditions. He maintains consistent communication with small business vendors to ensure timely performance and compliance with contractual obligations, fostering a collaborative environment focused on mission-critical outcomes. Thomas demonstrates a firm commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 100% of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He consistently prioritizes participation by small businesses across all socioeconomic categories, including 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB firms, aligning with FEMA’s mandate to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities during national emergencies. His procurement focus is exclusively centered on NAICS 238990—All Other Specialty Trade Contractors—encompassing temporary infrastructure installation, site grading, utility hookups, and emergency housing support services. This specialization reflects deep technical expertise in non-traditional construction and rapid-deployment logistics, ensuring that acquired services meet the unique demands of disaster-stricken environments.