Emily J Tietze

Emily J. Tietze serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs across a diverse range of technical and service-based procurements. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, promoting competitive bidding, and fostering transparency in contract award decisions. Her portfolio primarily includes solicitations under full and open competition, with a notable emphasis on technical services, manufacturing, and specialized information systems. Tietze routinely handles both commercial and non-commercial acquisitions, applying sound risk management and performance-based contracting principles to ensure mission-critical outcomes. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate a balanced engagement with both large-capacity vendors and small business concerns, particularly those certified under the 8(a) Business Development Program. Her working relationships reflect a preference for capable, responsive vendors with demonstrated technical proficiency and past performance in niche markets. She fosters collaborative vendor engagement through clear solicitation language, structured debriefings, and consistent communication throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Tietze demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 40% of her awards directed toward 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged small businesses. Her set-aside preferences indicate a balanced approach—60% of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, while the remaining 40% are strategically reserved to promote equitable market access and workforce development under the 8(a) program. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Fluid Power Pump and Motor Manufacturing, Residential Remodeling, and specialized information services under NAICS codes 519130 and 519190. These reflect expertise in procuring engineered mechanical systems, digital content and web services, and home improvement contracting. Her technical domain knowledge spans industrial automation, data-driven information platforms, and residential construction services, positioning her as a specialist in hybrid acquisitions that bridge physical infrastructure and digital enablement.