Christian C. Raffield

Christian C. Raffield serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions across technical and environmental service domains. He plays a critical role in executing agency mission objectives through the strategic use of competitive contracting mechanisms, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations. His portfolio primarily encompasses engineering services, chemical product manufacturing, hazardous waste management, and specialized instrumentation systems. Raffield oversees the full lifecycle of procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—emphasizing transparency, efficiency, and regulatory adherence in all acquisition actions. Raffield maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships, engaging both large-capability contractors and small businesses across multiple sectors. While no single contractor dominates his award profile, his procurement patterns reflect a preference for diverse, qualified vendors capable of delivering specialized technical solutions. He routinely collaborates with firms possessing expertise in aerospace instrumentation, chemical processing, and environmental remediation, fostering relationships built on performance reliability and regulatory compliance rather than exclusive vendor dependence. His contracting approach reflects a strong orientation toward open competition, with 85.7% of awards issued under full and open competition. Nevertheless, he consistently supports small business participation, allocating 14.3% of acquisitions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a deliberate effort to expand market access for small businesses without compromising mission-critical requirements, aligning with broader federal socioeconomic goals. Raffield’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 811219 (Other Personal Care Services), 325998 (Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing), 334511 (Aeronautical and Nautical Instrument Manufacturing), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal). He specializes in acquiring advanced technical systems, chemical formulations, environmental remediation services, and precision instrumentation, reflecting deep domain expertise in defense-adjacent, industrial, and environmental technology sectors.