Andrea Tichenor

Andrea Tichenor serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily consists of environmental services and industrial maintenance contracts, with a strong emphasis on hazardous waste treatment and disposal. She works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to define clear performance requirements and select vendors that meet stringent regulatory and operational standards. Andrea cultivates relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs and specializing in environmental remediation and industrial equipment maintenance. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with small businesses capable of delivering specialized waste management and industrial repair services. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear evaluation criteria, and performance-based outcomes to ensure value and accountability. Andrea demonstrates a robust commitment to small business participation, with nearly 40% of her acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5. She actively promotes opportunities for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses and women-owned small businesses, allocating over 5% of her portfolio to these categories. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand access for socioeconomically disadvantaged firms while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), accounting for over two-thirds of her activity, followed by NAICS 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery Repair and Maintenance). She regularly acquires services related to chemical waste processing, nonhazardous waste handling, and industrial equipment servicing, demonstrating deep technical expertise in environmental compliance and industrial operations. Her domain knowledge ensures that contract requirements align with EPA regulations and industry best practices.