Andrew Clark

Andrew Clark serves as a procurement specialist within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Science and Technology, supporting critical acquisitions that advance forensic science, digital intelligence, and secure communications infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts aligned with the FBI’s mission to modernize forensic laboratory capabilities and enhance cyber-enabled investigative tools, focusing on specialized equipment, protective gear, and mission-critical software solutions. His work ensures that field operatives and forensic analysts have access to reliable, compliant, and technologically advanced resources essential to national security and criminal investigations. Clark maintains consistent partnerships with key vendors including Vista Outdoor Sales LLC and Southern Police Equipment Company, Inc., both of which provide specialized law enforcement apparel, tactical gear, and protective equipment tailored to FBI operational requirements. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based specifications and compliance with federal standards for durability, safety, and interoperability. He engages with a narrow but highly specialized vendor base, prioritizing suppliers with proven expertise in defense-grade manufacturing and secure supply chain practices. His procurement strategy reflects an even split between open competition and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong commitment to socioeconomic inclusion. He routinely sources from small businesses certified under the Small Business Administration’s programs, fostering innovation and resilience within the FBI’s supplier ecosystem without compromising mission-critical performance standards. Clark’s primary NAICS focus lies in 315990 (Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing) and 519130 (Other Information Services), reflecting his dual emphasis on protective clothing and secure data management systems. He procures advanced forensic wear, ballistic-resistant apparel, and specialized software platforms for evidence tracking and digital forensics, aligning acquisitions with the FBI’s strategic modernization goals in both physical and cyber domains.