Vinton M. Grant

Vinton M. Grant supports the acquisition mission of the 693JJ4 Office of Acquisition Management within the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, overseeing procurements critical to modernizing transportation safety infrastructure. He manages complex contracts for technical services that enhance data-driven oversight, regulatory compliance, and digital system resilience across the commercial motor vehicle sector. His portfolio primarily includes information technology, systems integration, and consulting services designed to strengthen the agency’s ability to monitor safety performance and deploy next-generation transportation technologies. Grant’s work ensures that acquisitions align with federal procurement regulations and support the agency’s strategic goals in operational efficiency and technological modernization. His key contractor relationships center on NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SAFETY RESEARCH INC, a trusted provider of safety analytics and technical consulting services. Grant consistently engages this vendor for specialized expertise in transportation data systems and compliance monitoring, reflecting a pattern of long-term, performance-based partnerships. While he maintains a primary reliance on established technical service providers, his contracting approach prioritizes outcomes over vendor size, favoring proven capabilities in safety research and IT infrastructure support. Grant’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 93.3% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Only 6.7% of contracts are designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a focus on technical merit and mission-critical capability over socioeconomic preferences. While small business participation is not a primary driver, he remains compliant with all federal socioeconomic requirements and occasionally leverages small business capabilities when aligned with specialized technical needs. His primary NAICS focus includes 518210 for computing infrastructure and data hosting, 517919 for telecommunications network services, and 541519 for other computer-related services, underscoring deep expertise in digital systems, data processing, and IT modernization. He also procures services under 926120 for transportation program administration, demonstrating a unique blend of technical and regulatory contracting acumen centered on enhancing the safety and efficiency of the national freight network.