Adam Neiman

Adam Neiman serves as a key procurement lead within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (HDTRA1), overseeing the acquisition of critical capabilities to counter weapons of mass destruction and emerging national security threats. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts centered on technical analysis, threat detection systems, and infrastructure modernization, aligning with HDTRA1’s mission to develop and deploy advanced counter-WMD solutions. His acquisitions span both physical infrastructure and high-performance computing environments, ensuring operational readiness through scientifically informed procurement strategies. Neiman’s work directly supports the agency’s research and operational arms by translating technical requirements into actionable contracting pathways. Neiman maintains consistent partnerships with leading technical and scientific contractors, including Battelle Memorial Institute, Applied Research Associates, Inc., and Aeris LLC, which provide specialized R&D, forensic analysis, and systems integration services. He also engages with technology enablers such as Amazon Web Services for cloud-based threat modeling and data analytics platforms. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established federal contractors with proven expertise in defense science and secure computing environments, often leveraging indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles and other flexible acquisition instruments to respond to dynamic threat landscapes. Neiman demonstrates a balanced approach to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately half of his awards structured as 8(a) competed contracts and the other half as open, no-set-aside procurements. This pattern indicates a deliberate effort to integrate small business innovation while maintaining access to large-scale technical capacity. His procurement strategy actively supports 8(a) certified firms in technical service delivery, reflecting a strong commitment to fostering small business participation without compromising mission-critical performance standards. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), underscoring dual investments in secure facility infrastructure and advanced computational systems. He routinely acquires custom software development, cyber-physical integration, and laboratory modernization services, reflecting deep expertise in securing and scaling technical environments for WMD detection, response, and mitigation operations.