Luis Pagan Marchand

Luis Pagan Marchand serves as a Contracting Officer at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (HDTRA1), where he plays a critical role in acquiring specialized technical services to counter weapons of mass destruction and mitigate emerging national security threats. He manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements, from requirements definition through contract award and administration, with a focus on scientific research, analytical support, and advanced technology development. His portfolio primarily supports HDTRA1’s mission to detect, deter, and neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive threats through cutting-edge innovation and operational readiness. Pagan Marchand maintains consistent working relationships with leading technical service providers including TECHTRANS INTERNATIONAL INC, BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE, AERIS LLC, APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC., and AMAZON WEB SERVICES, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for high-caliber, mission-critical contractors with deep expertise in defense science, systems integration, and cloud-based analytical platforms. His procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, technical rigor, and long-term collaboration with vendors capable of delivering scalable, secure, and responsive solutions under stringent security protocols. His contracting activity shows a strong preference for unrestricted competitions, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This reflects a mission-driven focus on securing the most technically qualified providers rather than socioeconomic preferences, though he remains compliant with all federal small business policies and actively considers qualified small businesses when they meet technical requirements. Pagan Marchand’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools), and 811219 (Other Personal Services). He routinely acquires advanced threat modeling, forensic analysis, software development, and scientific research services, demonstrating deep expertise in defense-oriented technical domains requiring high assurance, classified environments, and interdisciplinary collaboration.