Eric J Schaffstein

Eric J. Schaffstein serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. He plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through transparent, competitive procurement processes. His portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements for specialized manufacturing, transportation support, and entertainment infrastructure, requiring careful technical evaluation and risk mitigation. Schaffstein’s work supports the execution of strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with federal procurement integrity standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Schaffstein consistently engages a diverse pool of small business vendors, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering niche industrial and service solutions. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open-market opportunities balanced with targeted socioeconomic set-asides. He maintains collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate capacity for technical precision, timely delivery, and regulatory compliance, often working with firms that possess specialized certifications or niche manufacturing capabilities. Schaffstein exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with 66.7% of his acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 16.7% reserved specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This pattern underscores a deliberate strategy to promote economic opportunity and enhance competition among socioeconomically disadvantaged firms. His consistent use of set-asides reflects a proactive approach to meeting federal small business contracting goals and fostering inclusive supply chains. His procurement focus centers on five distinct NAICS categories, each representing specialized manufacturing and support sectors: Office Furniture (337214), Motion Picture Theaters (512131), Air Transportation Support (488190), Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing (336214), and Overhead Crane Systems (333923). These categories indicate expertise in procuring engineered physical assets and niche operational services, requiring deep technical understanding of industrial standards, safety regulations, and supply chain logistics. Schaffstein’s domain knowledge enables effective evaluation of complex technical proposals in these specialized markets.