Daniel Herdman

Daniel Herdman serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions within a federal technical operations unit, with a focus on laboratory instrumentation, biomedical manufacturing, and specialized support services. He plays a critical role in executing mission-critical procurements that enable scientific research and diagnostic capabilities, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical specifications. His portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision analytical equipment, biological product manufacturing, and medical laboratory services, requiring deep technical understanding of instrumentation standards and regulatory compliance frameworks such as ISO 13485 and CLIA. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Herdman maintains a consistent engagement pattern with a diverse pool of vendors, including mid-tier manufacturers of analytical instruments and niche providers of laboratory support services. His contracting approach emphasizes technical evaluation, performance-based requirements, and vendor capability assessments, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of meeting stringent quality and calibration standards. He frequently collaborates with suppliers possessing specialized certifications in biomanufacturing and lab instrumentation, ensuring alignment with federal scientific and operational needs. Herdman’s procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 96.3% of awards issued under general solicitation without set-aside restrictions. Only 3.7% of contracts are designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, indicating a targeted, rather than broad, emphasis on socioeconomic programs. This reflects a mission-driven prioritization of technical capability over socioeconomic categorization, though small business participation remains a recognized component of his vendor selection process. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing) and 811219 (other personal services), reflecting expertise in high-end scientific equipment and specialized technical support. He also regularly procures biological product manufacturing (325414) and medical laboratory services (621511), demonstrating domain knowledge in life sciences, analytical chemistry, and clinical diagnostics. His work supports national research and public health infrastructure through the acquisition of mission-critical technologies and services.