Dag Andargatchew

Dag Andargatchew serves as a key procurement professional within the Federal Highway Administration’s 693JJ3 Acquisition and Grants Management unit, where he supports the agency’s mission to enhance national transportation infrastructure through strategic acquisition of technical and research-based services. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on engineering consulting, transportation research, and operational analytics, ensuring that federal highway programs are informed by data-driven solutions and cutting-edge innovation. His work directly enables the procurement of high-value professional services critical to infrastructure resilience, safety planning, and system modernization. Andargatchew maintains consistent working relationships with leading institutional partners including K & M Transportation Services LLC and the University of California, Los Angeles, reflecting a preference for established entities with proven expertise in transportation systems analysis and applied research. His contracting patterns emphasize long-term, performance-based engagements with vendors capable of delivering specialized technical support, policy analysis, and implementation consulting services tailored to complex highway infrastructure challenges. His procurement strategy reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications, indicating a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic preferences. While he does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his approach ensures full and open competition to secure the highest-quality services aligned with federal transportation objectives. His primary NAICS focus areas include 541712 for physical and engineering research, 541611 for management consulting, and 541990 for specialized technical services, underscoring his expertise in procuring advanced analytical, training, and systems engineering support. He consistently sources services that bridge transportation science with operational implementation, reinforcing the FHWA’s commitment to innovation in highway design, safety enhancement, and data-informed infrastructure management.