Andrey Selyuzhitskiy

Andrey Selyuzhitskiy serves as a Contract Specialist within the Air Force Research Laboratory’s FA8750 organization, where he plays a pivotal role in executing complex research and development acquisitions to advance next-generation aerospace and defense technologies. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts supporting cutting-edge innovation in autonomous systems, resilient communications, AI-enabled battle-space awareness, and quantum-enabled platforms. His work directly enables the agency’s mission to translate foundational scientific breakthroughs into operational capabilities, with a focus on high-tech engineering and physical sciences R&D. Selyuzhitskiy routinely handles competitive procurements under FAR Part 15, including cost-reimbursement and fixed-price arrangements for prototype and developmental efforts. He maintains strategic relationships with leading defense and technology contractors including Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin, Eaton Corporation, Technergetics, LLC, and Caelight, Inc., partnering with firms capable of delivering advanced hardware, software, and systems integration solutions. His procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor and performance-based outcomes, often engaging prime contractors with deep expertise in electronics, optical systems, and mission-critical computing. He collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to align contract requirements with laboratory R&D roadmaps, ensuring seamless transition from concept to fielded capability. Selyuzhitskiy demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic objectives, with over 39% of his awards directed toward small business categories, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Total Small Business Set-Asides, and SBA-certified Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB). While the majority of acquisitions remain open to full and open competition, he actively structures opportunities to foster innovation from non-traditional and emerging small vendors. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334210 (Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing), 511210 (Software Publishers), and 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), reflecting a strong emphasis on communications hardware, embedded systems, and specialized software development. He also frequently procures services under NAICS 541715 for physical and engineering research, underscoring his technical proficiency in supporting R&D-intensive, high-performance defense technology programs.