Thurl S. Frazier

Thurl S. Frazier serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracts and Acquisitions Management unit of the U.S. Department of Education, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that advance educational policy, research, and institutional capacity. He manages the full lifecycle of professional services contracts, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligning acquisitions with the agency’s mission to strengthen federal student aid systems and data infrastructure. His portfolio primarily encompasses contracts for educational support services, computer systems design, and custom software development, all aimed at modernizing national education data systems and enhancing regulatory compliance. Frazier maintains a consistent working relationship with LPE-STRATEGIES LLC, a primary contractor delivering analytical and policy support services. His procurement approach emphasizes collaboration with vendors capable of delivering high-quality, evidence-based solutions in education research and technology integration. He engages with a mix of large and small firms, prioritizing technical proficiency and proven experience in federal education programs. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 86.7% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a meaningful commitment to small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, accounting for 13.3% of awards. He does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead favoring broad-based small business opportunities that align with technical requirements. Frazier’s primary NAICS focus areas include 611710 (Educational Support Services), 511210 (Software Publishers), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services). He specializes in procuring services related to data analytics, educational research platforms, student information system integration, and custom software solutions that support federal reporting and compliance mandates in postsecondary education.