Andrew Bowles

Andrew Bowles serves as a key procurement lead within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Science and Technology, supporting the modernization of forensic, digital intelligence, and secure communications systems. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on advanced analytical instrumentation, evidence handling technologies, and cyber-enabled investigative tools critical to national security operations. His role involves end-to-end contract execution—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with the FBI’s strategic priorities in forensic science and digital forensics. Bowles maintains consistent working relationships with specialized vendors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., who provide mission-critical equipment and technical support for field operations and laboratory environments. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industry partners with proven capabilities in law enforcement-grade hardware and secure logistics, while also engaging a broader base of niche suppliers for specialized components and calibration services. These partnerships are built on reliability, technical compliance, and adherence to stringent chain-of-custody and data integrity standards. His procurement strategy prioritizes open competition, with 75% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, yet he maintains a deliberate 25% allocation to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both operational readiness and socioeconomic goals. He actively supports small business participation without favoring specific socioeconomic categories, relying instead on capability-driven evaluations. Bowles’ primary NAICS focus includes aircraft manufacturing (336411), transportation equipment leasing (532411), and motorcycle/bicycle manufacturing (336991), reflecting the FBI’s need for specialized mobile platforms, ruggedized transport systems, and modular field equipment. He also procures remediation services (562910) and air transportation support (488190) to sustain forensic logistics and evidence transport infrastructure, underscoring his expertise in mission-critical, non-traditional procurement domains supporting law enforcement operations.