William J Tate

William J. Tate serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex professional services acquisitions across a diverse range of technical and administrative domains. In this role, he ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through competitive, transparent procurement processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses non-clinical, knowledge-based services requiring specialized expertise in research, human resources, and educational support. Tate oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and agency strategic priorities. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Tate routinely engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, professional consulting firms, and research organizations. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitation. He maintains collaborative, compliance-driven relationships with vendors, emphasizing performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work definitions, and rigorous source selection criteria under FAR Part 15. Tate demonstrates a measured commitment to socioeconomic programs, with 23.1% of his awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 15.4% under total small business set-asides (FAR 19.5) and 7.7% competed under the 8(a) program. His approach balances broad competition with intentional support for small business participation, reflecting a deliberate effort to foster economic opportunity while maintaining acquisition efficiency and value. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), with significant activity in 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities) and 541612 (Human Resources Consulting Services). He regularly acquires services related to organizational development, policy analysis, workforce training, and educational support, demonstrating deep familiarity with the nuances of professional services contracting in the public sector.