Pedro Rubio - Federal Contracting Expert and Founder of Blackfyre

Pedro Rubio

Founder & Federal Contracting Expert

70+

GSA MAS Contracts

15+

Years Experience

100%

Success Rate

$40M+

In Task Orders

The Government Contracting Expert Behind Blackfyre

I'm Pedro Rubio — a former U.S. Contracting Officer turned consultant who has helped businesses of all sizes successfully navigate the complex world of federal procurement. With 15+ years of hands-on experience and 70+ GSA MAS contracts under my belt, I bring a rare combination of government insider knowledge and private-sector business acumen.

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Who I Am

I started my career on the government side of the table — as a U.S. Contracting Officer responsible for evaluating proposals, awarding contracts, and managing federal procurement processes. That experience gave me a deep understanding of how the government thinks, what evaluators look for, and where most contractors go wrong.

After transitioning to the private sector, I founded Blackfyre with a clear mission: to give businesses the same insider advantage I had when I sat on the other side. Today, I help companies across industries — from tech startups to established defense contractors — win and manage federal contracts with confidence.

Experience & Credentials

Former U.S. Contracting Officer

Served as a federal Contracting Officer evaluating proposals, awarding contracts, and managing procurement for government agencies. This insider experience provides an unmatched perspective on what it takes to win.

GSA MAS & OASIS+ Specialist

Specialized expertise in GSA Multiple Award Schedule contracts and OASIS+ government-wide acquisition contracts. Successfully guided 70+ companies through the GSA MAS application and management process with a 100% success rate.

Proven Track Record

With over 70 successful GSA MAS contract acquisitions and more than $40 million in task orders facilitated, my track record speaks for itself. I have helped businesses of every size — from small startups entering federal contracting for the first time to large enterprises optimizing their existing government portfolios.

GSA MAS Acquisitions

OASIS+ Contracts

Proposal Writing

Federal Contract Vehicles

I specialize in two of the most powerful federal contract vehicles available to businesses looking to sell to the government. These vehicles open doors to billions of dollars in annual federal spending.

GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)

The GSA MAS is the premier contract vehicle for selling products and services to federal agencies. I have guided 70+ companies through the entire lifecycle — from initial application and proposal development to contract award and ongoing compliance management.

OASIS+ (Government-Wide GWAC)

OASIS+ is one of the largest and most versatile government-wide acquisition contracts, covering professional services across multiple domains. I help businesses understand requirements, prepare competitive proposals, and position themselves to win task orders.

Why My Perspective Is Unique

Most consultants come from one side of the table. I have sat on both — giving my clients an unmatched strategic advantage in navigating federal procurement.

Government Insider Knowledge

I know exactly how contracting officers evaluate proposals, what red flags they look for, and what makes a submission stand out.

Private Sector Execution

I understand the business realities of running a company while pursuing government contracts — timelines, budgets, and ROI all matter.

End-to-End Support

From registration and compliance to proposal writing and contract management, I provide comprehensive support at every stage.

Types of Clients I Work With

Small Businesses

First-time federal contractors looking to break into the government marketplace.

Mid-Size Companies

Growing firms expanding their federal portfolio and seeking new contract vehicles.

Large Enterprises

Established contractors optimizing compliance and pursuing high-value task orders.

Ready to Win Federal Contracts?

Let's discuss how my experience as a former Contracting Officer and GSA MAS expert can help your business succeed in the federal marketplace.

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🏛️ Former U.S. Contracting Officer · GSA Insider

The Only GSA
Consultant
Who's Sat on
Both Sides
of the Table.

I spent years evaluating proposals as a U.S. Contracting Officer at GSA. Now I use everything I learned to help businesses like yours win. That's not a pitch — that's an unfair advantage.

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Pedro Rubio

Founder & Federal Contracting Expert
📍 Washington, D.C.
70+ GSA MAS Contracts
$40M+ Task Orders Facilitated
400+ Contracts as CO
$1B+ Contract Values Reviewed
100% Client Success Rate
Former CO GSA Contract Specialist $1B+ Reviewed 400+ Contracts 70+ GSA MAS OASIS+ Expert Cybersecurity SIN Health IT Cloud Services Call Center Solutions Former CO GSA Contract Specialist $1B+ Reviewed 400+ Contracts 70+ GSA MAS OASIS+ Expert Cybersecurity SIN Health IT Cloud Services Call Center Solutions
My Story

From the Government Side of the Table to Yours.

I started my career as a U.S. Contracting Officer — sitting on the government side, evaluating proposals, awarding contracts, and managing federal procurement. I've seen thousands of submissions. I know exactly what makes evaluators say yes, and what sends proposals straight to the rejection pile.

After more than a decade in federal procurement, I transitioned to the private sector and founded Blackfyre with one mission: give businesses the insider advantage I had when I was the one making award decisions.

Today I've helped 70+ companies get on the GSA Multiple Award Schedule — with a 100% success rate. From tech startups entering the federal market for the first time to large enterprises optimizing existing contract vehicles, I've guided them all.

400+ Contracts Awarded

as a U.S. Contracting Officer — $1B+ in total value

70+ GSA MAS Contracts

100% success rate across all engagements

$40M+ Task Orders

facilitated for Blackfyre clients across all industries

Credentials

Built From the Inside Out.

🏛️

Former U.S. Contracting Officer

Served as a federal Contracting Officer responsible for evaluating proposals, awarding contracts, and managing procurement processes. This isn't textbook knowledge — it's firsthand experience with how the government actually makes decisions.

FAR Compliance Proposal Evaluation Contract Award
📑

GSA Contract Specialist

Worked directly as a Contract Specialist at the General Services Administration, reviewing Multiple Award Schedule applications in cybersecurity, health IT, call center solutions, cloud services, and IT professional services.

GSA MAS Application Review SIN Expertise
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GSA MAS & OASIS+ Expert

Specialized expertise in two of the most powerful federal contract vehicles — the GSA Multiple Award Schedule and OASIS+. 70+ successful MAS acquisitions with a 100% success rate speaks for itself.

70+ MAS Contracts OASIS+ 100% Success
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Government & Private Sector

Most consultants know one side. I've sat at both tables — as a government evaluator and as a private sector advisor. That dual perspective gives my clients an edge that no amount of training can replicate.

Insider Knowledge Strategic Advantage End-to-End
Federal Contract Vehicles

Where I Specialize.

Flagship Service

GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)

The federal government's most popular contracting vehicle. I've guided 70+ companies through the entire journey from application to award to scaling.

  • Application Process
  • SIN Selection
  • Proposal Development
  • Negotiation
  • Award Management
  • Ongoing Compliance
  • Option Periods
  • Modifications
Advanced

OASIS+ Government-Wide GWAC

For contractors looking to compete on the most prestigious government-wide contract vehicle. Expert positioning and strategic domain selection.

  • Eligibility Assessment
  • Domain Selection
  • Proposal Preparation
  • Competitive Positioning
  • Task Order Strategy
  • Capture Management
  • Agency Relationships
  • Award Navigation
My Unfair Advantage

Why I'm Different.

Government Insider

I know exactly how COs evaluate proposals, what sends them to the reject pile, and what earns a "Best Value" rating. I've been in their shoes.

Private Sector Reality

I understand the business of running a company — budgets, timelines, opportunity costs. Federal contracting has to pencil out for my clients.

Proven Track Record

70+ GSA MAS contracts. 100% success rate. $40M+ in task orders. Numbers don't lie. Results speak louder than credentials.

Ready to Win Federal Contracts?

Schedule a consultation with me directly. I'll walk&ùou through exactly what it takes to get on the GSA Schedule and start winning task orders.