Andre Guy Soh

Andre-Guy Soh serves as a key procurement lead within USAID/Ecuador, supporting the agency’s mission to advance sustainable development and democratic governance through targeted technical assistance and institutional capacity building. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on professional, scientific, and technical services that strengthen local systems in climate resilience, public accountability, and inclusive economic growth. His work centers on contracting for evidence-based programming, digital transparency tools, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks that align with USAID’s strategic priorities in Ecuador. Soh ensures all procurements adhere to federal acquisition regulations while promoting local partner engagement and technical innovation. His contractor relationships are primarily with professional services firms specializing in development consulting, environmental science, and social research, with limited reliance on large prime contractors. He frequently engages with U.S.-based and local Ecuadorian NGOs, research institutions, and technical consultants capable of delivering adaptive, context-sensitive solutions. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for flexible, performance-based contracts that support long-term capacity building rather than transactional service delivery, fostering collaborative, mission-aligned partnerships over rigid vendor relationships. Soh demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 96% of acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations. However, he consistently reserves 4% of opportunities for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation. While he does not prioritize specific socioeconomic categories like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, his contracting approach creates accessible pathways for small firms with specialized expertise in development sectors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), encompassing monitoring and evaluation, climate adaptation planning, and governance diagnostics. He also procures services under NAICS 541720 (Social Science Research) and 813312 (Environmental Organizations), reflecting deep technical expertise in evidence-driven development, environmental sustainability, and public sector institutional strengthening.