James D. Suerdieck

James D. Suerdieck serves as a Contract Specialist within the Preparedness SECTION (PRE20) of the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Department of Homeland Security, where he plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that support national resilience and operational readiness. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for administrative, technical, and logistical services essential to emergency response systems, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and agency mission priorities. His portfolio includes contracts for professional services, research support, and educational infrastructure, with a focus on strengthening incident management frameworks and workforce development capabilities. Suerdieck cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including professional organizations, research firms, and administrative service providers. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he consistently engages with firms capable of delivering specialized expertise in emergency preparedness, training, and systems support. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection processes to ensure alignment with DHS strategic objectives. He demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over one-third of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a notable 7.4% allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. His procurement patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity and mission effectiveness. Suerdieck’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 813920 (professional organizations), 541715 (scientific research and development), and 611710 (educational support services), indicating a specialization in capacity-building services for emergency management professionals. He routinely procures technical training programs, operational research studies, and administrative support systems that enhance the preparedness infrastructure of state, local, and tribal partners across the nation.