Connor Roach

Connor Roach serves as a key procurement professional within the Power Office (00041) of the Bureau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior, where he supports the modernization and maintenance of critical electrical infrastructure for federal water management systems. He manages acquisitions for power distribution equipment, control systems, and field-level instrumentation essential to the reliable operation of pumping stations and hydroelectric facilities across the western U.S. His work directly enables mission-critical power reliability for water conveyance and storage operations, with a focus on upgrading aging infrastructure through technical, performance-based contracts. Roach cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors specializing in electrical engineering, industrial instrumentation, and utility-scale equipment. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he routinely engages firms with expertise in high-voltage switchgear, SCADA integration, and substation automation. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance and long-term system interoperability. He works closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure procurements align with operational requirements and lifecycle cost objectives. Roach demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with 40% of his acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He consistently prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical capabilities in electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial equipment manufacturing, fostering a competitive environment that expands the pool of qualified vendors. His approach reflects a strategic balance between mission necessity and socioeconomic contracting goals, without reliance on specialized set-asides like 8(a) or HUBZone. His procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 333120 (construction machinery), 334515 (electrical measurement instrumentation), and 333924 (industrial material handling equipment), reflecting his need for robust, field-deployable hardware. He also procures specialized display and control systems under 541850, supporting operational visibility across remote facilities. His technical domain expertise lies in power systems integration, grid resiliency, and utility-scale instrumentation for water infrastructure applications.