Dustin B Pitsch

Dustin B. Pitsch serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and advancing the agency’s mission through efficient, transparent, and legally sound contracting practices. His acquisitions primarily involve the procurement of petroleum and petroleum products through merchant wholesale channels, requiring deep familiarity with supply chain logistics, quality assurance standards, and delivery specifications under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 authorities. Pitsch maintains a consistent working relationship with a broad base of merchant wholesalers specializing in petroleum products, including distributors, bulk resellers, and logistics providers. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation under simplified acquisition procedures and frequent use of GSA schedules and IDIQ vehicles to streamline procurement. He fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting principles, ensuring reliable delivery, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness across the supply chain. Pitsch’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open, unrestricted competitions, with 100% of his awards issued under non-set-aside conditions. While he does not currently utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his approach prioritizes broad market access and competition, aligning with agency mandates to maximize efficiency and value in high-volume, commodity-based acquisitions. His primary NAICS specialization is 424720, focusing on the procurement of refined petroleum products, including diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, and related additives. He possesses technical expertise in fuel specifications, transportation compliance, storage safety standards, and environmental regulations governing petroleum distribution. This domain-specific knowledge enables him to craft precise performance requirements and evaluate vendor capabilities with precision, ensuring mission-critical fuel supply continuity.