Thomas Guyer, Contracting Officer, USPFO-ID-PC

Thomas R. Guyer serves as a Contracting Officer for the W7M5 Uspfo Activity ID ARNG under the Department of the Army, where he oversees the acquisition of critical operational and quality-of-life support services for the Idaho Army National Guard. His portfolio encompasses a broad range of procurement activities designed to enhance military readiness, including infrastructure modernization, communication systems, and community-based support programs. Guyer manages both service and construction contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s strategic priorities in recreational facility upgrades, youth engagement, and personnel welfare initiatives. Guyer cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse base of vendors, including engineering firms, professional employer organizations, and specialized contractors in audiovisual equipment and recreational vehicle leasing. He actively engages with small businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned firms, fostering long-term partnerships that support mission sustainability and local economic development. His contracting approach emphasizes transparency, performance-based outcomes, and vendor accountability to ensure high-quality deliverables aligned with National Guard operational needs. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Guyer consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 55% of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He frequently utilizes service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to empowering veteran entrepreneurs. His procurement patterns demonstrate a balanced approach between open competitions and targeted set-asides, reinforcing the agency’s mission to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Guyer’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), 561330 (Professional Employer Organizations), and 334310 (Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing), with additional emphasis on construction (236220) and recreational vehicle leasing (532120). He specializes in procuring mission-critical services such as facility maintenance, workforce management solutions, communications infrastructure, and recreational equipment—ensuring that Idaho Army National Guard personnel receive the logistical and environmental support necessary for sustained readiness and morale.