Benjamin T. Rigg

Benjamin T. Rigg serves as a procurement specialist focused on telecommunications and advanced communications equipment acquisitions, driving the agency’s acquisition strategy for mission-critical technology systems. He manages the full lifecycle of contracts—from market research and solicitation to award and performance oversight—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with national security and operational communications requirements. His portfolio centers on high-precision hardware and integrated communication systems, frequently supporting defense and federal infrastructure modernization initiatives. Rigg’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for established industrial manufacturers with proven technical capabilities, particularly in radio, telephone, and wireless communications equipment. While no specific contractor relationships are publicly identifiable, his procurement activity consistently engages firms with expertise in RF systems, signal processing, and embedded communications hardware. He maintains a streamlined vendor engagement process, prioritizing technical readiness and regulatory compliance over broad competition, resulting in a high proportion of non-set-aside awards. His set-aside utilization is notably low, with 98.3% of acquisitions conducted under full and open competition, reflecting a mission-driven emphasis on technical performance and interoperability over socioeconomic preferences. The 1.8% allocated to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 indicates selective, performance-based small business participation rather than broad socioeconomic targeting. Rigg’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334210 (Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing), which accounts for nearly 70% of his activity, followed by NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), indicating a strong emphasis on integrated voice and data communication platforms. He also procures specialized components under NAICS 336413 and 541519, demonstrating expertise in aerospace-grade communications hardware and custom software services for embedded systems. His technical domain spans secure wireless infrastructure, signal transmission systems, and mission-critical telecom equipment, positioning him as a specialist in next-generation communications procurement.