Lehandra Sandstrom

Lehandra Sandstrom serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions in support of advanced technical and scientific instrumentation needs. She plays a critical role in executing full lifecycle procurement activities—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and agency mission objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision manufacturing and test equipment, with a focus on analytical, electrical, and aerospace instrumentation systems. Sandstrom’s expertise lies in navigating technical specifications, evaluating vendor capabilities, and aligning procurement strategies with national priorities in science and defense-related technologies. Her contractor relationships are centered on manufacturers and suppliers of specialized instrumentation, including firms capable of producing laboratory-grade analytical devices, electrical signal measurement systems, and precision air and gas compression equipment. She engages with both large industrial manufacturers and small business innovators, fostering partnerships that balance technical excellence with competitive pricing and timely delivery. Sandstrom consistently emphasizes vendor responsiveness, quality assurance, and adherence to technical standards, ensuring acquired systems meet stringent performance requirements for mission-critical applications. A strong advocate for small business participation, Sandstrom prioritizes socioeconomic contracting opportunities, with nearly 46% of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses. Her preferences include Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and SBA Certified Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Program set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand market access for underrepresented entrepreneurs. She actively promotes fair competition and ensures compliance with small business certification requirements, reinforcing equitable access to federal contracting opportunities. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 334516 and 334515, corresponding to analytical and electrical signal instrumentation manufacturing, alongside related categories in aerospace systems and air compression technology. Sandstrom’s domain expertise enables her to effectively evaluate complex technical proposals, assess manufacturing capabilities, and ensure procurements support advanced research, testing, and operational systems in scientific and defense sectors.