Carl Dreessen

Carl Dreessen serves as a key procurement lead within the Headquarters of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), overseeing strategic acquisitions that directly support federal drug enforcement operations. He manages a portfolio of contracts focused on advanced surveillance systems, secure communications infrastructure, forensic analytical tools, and specialized technical services critical to lawful intercept and intelligence-gathering missions. His role ensures that DEA’s operational capabilities remain technologically current and legally compliant, aligning procurement decisions with national security priorities and interagency intelligence-sharing requirements. Dreessen’s acquisitions are predominantly mission-critical, requiring high-assurance cybersecurity standards and ruggedized field-deployable equipment. He maintains consistent working relationships with specialized contractors including OCTASIC US INC., OBSIDIAN INTEGRATION, LLC, and SECURITY PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, which provide encrypted communication platforms, digital forensics hardware, and tactical surveillance solutions. His partnerships also include CAYMAN CHEMICAL CO INC. for controlled substance reference materials and FOCUS CAMERA LLC for high-resolution imaging and covert recording systems. These vendor relationships reflect a preference for niche technology providers with proven expertise in law enforcement-grade equipment and secure data handling protocols. Dreessen’s contracting activity is fully committed to small business participation, with 100% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to cultivate innovation from agile, specialized vendors and to strengthen the ecosystem of small firms capable of meeting DEA’s unique operational demands. His procurement patterns consistently prioritize socioeconomic programs that empower small businesses with relevant technical capabilities. His primary NAICS classification is 238990 (All Other Specialty Trade Contractors), indicating a focus on highly specialized technical services rather than commoditized goods. This includes installation and integration of covert surveillance networks, forensic lab support systems, and custom-built communications infrastructure tailored to DEA’s field and headquarters operations. His expertise lies in procuring mission-enabling technologies that require rigorous compliance with federal security and evidentiary standards.