Tico Goines

Tico Goines serves as the primary Point of Contact for the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) under the General Services Administration, playing a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission to deliver secure, scalable, and modernized procurement solutions across federal agencies. In this capacity, Goines facilitates the execution of professional and technical service acquisitions, particularly those supporting digital transformation, IT modernization, and operational efficiency. They act as the central liaison between contracting teams, program offices, and industry partners, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and alignment with FAS enterprise-wide procurement vehicles such as MAS and IT 70. Their work directly supports the acquisition of mission-critical solutions that enhance national security and workforce capabilities. Goines collaborates with a diverse array of vendors, including large systems integrators, specialized software developers, and merchant wholesalers of computer equipment and professional supplies. While no single contractor dominates their portfolio, they maintain consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering custom programming, IT infrastructure, and technical support services under GSA schedules. Their working relationships are characterized by a focus on responsiveness, compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering partnerships that align with FAS’s emphasis on agile, scalable delivery models. Goines demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of contracts remain open to all competitors, their procurement patterns consistently prioritize opportunities for small businesses, reflecting FAS’s broader socioeconomic goals. There is no evidence of heavy reliance on 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, but their approach ensures equitable access for small firms through transparent, competition-driven processes. Their primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), 423490 and 423430 (professional equipment and software wholesale), and 315990 (apparel accessories manufacturing). This diverse mix suggests a broad operational scope, spanning IT services, supply chain logistics, and specialized equipment procurement, with particular expertise in software development, hardware distribution, and integrated technical solutions.