Margaret D Einspahr

Margaret D. Einspahr serves as a Contracting Officer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Justice Programs (Agency Code: 15F067), where she manages the acquisition of critical technical systems supporting forensic science, digital intelligence, and secure communications. Her portfolio focuses on procuring advanced hardware and telecommunications equipment essential to modern criminal investigations, including forensic instrumentation, encrypted communication devices, and evidence analysis platforms. She ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning acquisitions with the FBI’s strategic priorities in cyber-enabled investigations and laboratory modernization. Einspahr maintains consistent relationships with key vendors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., both of which supply specialized law enforcement and forensic equipment. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established manufacturers with proven capabilities in ruggedized, mission-critical hardware, often requiring compliance with federal security and interoperability standards. She engages with a limited but highly specialized vendor base, prioritizing technical reliability and supply chain integrity over volume. A strong advocate for small business participation, Einspahr consistently structures procurements as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of her awards designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within the national security technology sector while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her socioeconomic contracting approach supports diverse small business owners without compromising mission-critical requirements. Her primary NAICS focus lies in Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220) and Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310), indicating deep expertise in procuring secure transmission systems, surveillance equipment, and forensic audiovisual tools. She also frequently sources satellite telecommunications and specialized electrical components critical to field-deployable investigative systems. Einspahr’s technical acumen ensures that acquisitions meet the FBI’s demanding standards for encryption, durability, and forensic-grade data capture.