Keith B. Beem

Keith B. Beem serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions across a diverse range of specialized services and industrial sectors. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations, fostering competition, and aligning contract awards with strategic operational needs. His portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts requiring technical precision and regulatory adherence, particularly in environmental, transportation, and specialized manufacturing domains. Beem is known for his methodical approach to solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the acquisition lifecycle. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Beem maintains a robust network of vendors specializing in hazardous waste management, specialized transportation, and precision instrument manufacturing. His working relationships are characterized by consistent engagement with small businesses and firms possessing niche technical capabilities, often requiring specialized certifications or compliance with environmental and safety standards. He prioritizes vendor performance, contract compliance, and long-term partnership development, encouraging innovation through clear performance metrics and post-award oversight. Beem demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 85.7% of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, including those certified under 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB programs. His consistent use of set-asides underscores a dedication to fostering economic inclusion and building a resilient, diverse supplier base that supports national operational objectives. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection), 484210 (Used Household and Office Goods Moving), 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), 485510 (Charter Bus Industry), and 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals). This specialization reveals deep expertise in logistics, environmental compliance, maritime support, and precision instrumentation—domains requiring rigorous technical evaluation and regulatory alignment. Beem’s work ensures the agency secures mission-critical services from qualified, capable vendors across these specialized industries.