Andrew J. Baker

Andrew Baker serves as a Contract Specialist at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Glynco Procurement Office, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that support the training, operational readiness, and infrastructure modernization of federal law enforcement personnel. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts for mission-critical facilities, specialized training equipment, communications systems, and technical support services, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with the agency’s mission to sustain high-fidelity, secure, and adaptive training environments. His work directly enables the deployment of advanced detection, navigation, and surveillance technologies essential for modern law enforcement curricula. Baker maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including Diversified Fabricators & Erectors, Inc., Range Cleaners Inc., Builders Supply Inc., Reynolds-Warren Equipment Company, Inc., and Contender Boats Inc., reflecting a pattern of engagement with specialized contractors capable of delivering custom-built infrastructure, maintenance services, and operational equipment tailored to law enforcement training needs. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical competency, and adherence to performance-based specifications, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in quality and compliance. His contracting activity reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with 35% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small firms while maintaining operational integrity. He rarely utilizes socioeconomic set-asides like 8(a) or HUBZone, instead favoring broad small business eligibility to maximize competition and innovation within the small business community. Baker’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes 511210 (Software Publishers), 334517 (Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing), 334220 (Wireless Communications Equipment), and 334511 (Search and Detection Systems), underscoring his technical expertise in acquiring advanced electronics, communication hardware, and specialized detection systems. His domain knowledge spans secure radio networks, training simulators, and mission-critical instrumentation, positioning him as a key enabler of technology-driven law enforcement preparedness.