Frank D'Andrea

Frank D’Andrea serves as a key procurement lead within the W072 Endist Buffalo office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, overseeing the acquisition of civil works and environmental infrastructure projects critical to national defense readiness. He manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning construction, remediation, and environmental services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and alignment with the Army’s mission to maintain navigable waterways, restore contaminated sites, and reinforce critical public infrastructure. His acquisitions primarily involve complex, multi-year projects requiring technical expertise in environmental engineering, dredging, and structural construction, often coordinating with engineering and environmental compliance teams to meet stringent regulatory standards. D’Andrea maintains a consistent working relationship with MBX Builders LLC, a primary contractor for commercial and institutional construction and stone product fabrication. His procurement strategy emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships with firms possessing proven capabilities in military-grade infrastructure delivery, particularly those experienced in federal environmental remediation and water resource management. He engages contractors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, prioritizing performance history, safety records, and technical qualifications. A strong advocate for small business participation, D’Andrea routinely structures solicitations with Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, allocating approximately 63% of contract opportunities to small businesses. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand access for small firms in construction, environmental consulting, and remediation services, fostering a competitive marketplace aligned with socioeconomic goals. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 327991 (Cut Stone and Stone Product Manufacturing), and 562910 (Remediation Services), with additional emphasis on environmental consulting under 541620. He specializes in acquiring services related to hazardous material abatement, sediment dredging, and structural restoration, demonstrating deep domain expertise in federal environmental compliance and infrastructure resilience.