Benjamin Samsel

Benjamin Samsel serves in a secondary role within the agency's procurement structure, supporting the broader mission of acquisition and contract administration. While specific individual responsibilities are not detailed, his position contributes to the agency's capacity to manage various procurement actions and fulfill its mission-critical requirements. The agency demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with a significant emphasis on small business participation. A substantial majority of the agency's procurement activity is conducted through Small Business Set-Asides, accounting for 87.5% of their contracting patterns. This indicates a strategic focus on leveraging small business capabilities to meet federal acquisition goals and support a diverse industrial base. The agency's procurement focus is heavily concentrated in specialized manufacturing sectors, particularly within the paper and packaging industries. Technical requirements frequently involve the procurement of paper bag and coated or treated paper manufacturing products, as well as corrugated and solid fiber box manufacturing. Additionally, the agency manages acquisitions related to hardwood veneer and plywood manufacturing, packaging machinery, and miscellaneous electrical equipment and component manufacturing.