Wheeler Michel

Wheeler S. Michel serves as a Contract Specialist within the GSA/FAS Center for IT Schedule Program, where he plays a pivotal role in facilitating the acquisition of mission-critical information technology services across federal agencies. Responsible for administering the IT Schedule 70 and related IT procurement vehicles, Michel ensures compliance with FAR and FAR Part 12 streamlined acquisition procedures while supporting the agency’s mission to deliver scalable, pre-vetted IT solutions. His work enables agencies to rapidly procure telecommunications, cloud infrastructure, managed services, and professional training solutions through established governmentwide acquisition contracts, reducing cycle times and enhancing cybersecurity compliance. Michel maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of IT service providers, including large systems integrators, cloud platforms, and specialized training firms. He engages with vendors through competitive solicitation processes, contract modifications, and performance evaluations, fostering transparent, compliant, and efficient procurement outcomes. His approach emphasizes vendor accountability, technical alignment with federal requirements, and continuous improvement of contract terms to reflect evolving technology standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Michel consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 40% of his acquisitions reserved exclusively for small businesses. While no other socioeconomic set-asides are currently dominant in his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a deliberate and sustained commitment to expanding opportunities for small business contractors within the federal IT ecosystem. His primary procurement focus is exclusively on NAICS 611430—Professional and Management Development Training—where he sources customized IT workforce development, cybersecurity awareness programs, cloud certification training, and leadership upskilling services. This specialization positions him at the intersection of federal workforce modernization and digital transformation, ensuring agencies build internal capacity to effectively adopt and manage next-generation IT systems.