Umar A. Thomas

Umar A. Thomas serves in a secondary role within their organization, supporting the agency's procurement mission through the administration of various acquisitions. The agency demonstrates a diverse set-aside strategy, with a significant portion of contracts designated as no set-aside. However, there is a clear commitment to small business participation, particularly through Total Small Business Set-Asides. The agency also utilizes 8(a) sole source and Women-Owned Small Business designations, as well as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business sole source awards to meet socioeconomic goals. The procurement focus for this office is diversified across several technical and service domains. The primary area of activity is within book publishing, followed by hospitality services including hotels and motels. Additionally, the agency procures office administrative services and specialized manufacturing capabilities, specifically within aircraft manufacturing and other miscellaneous manufacturing sectors.