Mae Archambeau

Mae Archambeau serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of critical goods and services to support operational infrastructure and public service delivery. In this role, she executes full-cycle procurement activities, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Her acquisitions primarily focus on industrial, environmental, and utility-related services, aligning with the agency’s mission to maintain essential public systems. She handles a diverse portfolio of contracts, including those for equipment, maintenance, and infrastructure support, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to define performance-based requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Mae cultivates relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including manufacturers, service providers, and specialty contractors capable of delivering complex, technical solutions. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering a transparent and efficient marketplace. She engages both large-capability firms and small businesses, ensuring a balanced supplier base that supports innovation and reliability in contract execution. Mae demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 20% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity. The remaining 80% of her acquisitions are conducted as full and open competitions without set-asides, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes both socioeconomic goals and market competitiveness. Her contracting patterns suggest a structured, compliance-driven philosophy that supports broader federal objectives for small business inclusion. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 811219 (Other Personal Services), 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing), 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), and 221310 (Water Supply and Irrigation Systems). She routinely acquires heavy equipment, waste management services, water infrastructure components, and specialized maintenance support, demonstrating deep familiarity with industrial and environmental service domains. Her expertise lies in procuring technically complex, mission-critical assets that require rigorous performance standards and long-term operational reliability.