Marico Sellers

Marico Sellers serves as the primary procurement lead within the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, where they oversee the acquisition of specialized industrial, maintenance, and engineering services critical to the secure production of U.S. currency. Responsible for ensuring the integrity and anti-counterfeiting capabilities of federal currency systems, Sellers manages complex contracts for precision machinery, specialized printing equipment, and mission-critical infrastructure support. Their acquisitions span the full lifecycle—from procurement of custom industrial components to ongoing maintenance of high-security printing systems—requiring deep technical understanding of manufacturing processes and federal security standards. Sellers maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including SICPA SECURINK CORP, NAKUPUNA SERVICES LLC, RUCHMAN AND ASSOCIATES, INC., SUNTIFF, LLC, and RIO TECHNICAL SERVICES, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for niche contractors with proven expertise in electronic security systems, precision equipment repair, and industrial machinery integration. The working relationships are characterized by long-term engagement, technical collaboration, and a focus on vendors capable of meeting stringent federal specifications for currency production environments. Sellers demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.9% of contracts awarded under total small business set-asides as defined by FAR 19.5. While no set-aside remains the dominant approach, the consistent use of small business preferences reflects a strategic effort to cultivate a diverse supplier base capable of supporting the Bureau’s unique technical requirements. This pattern underscores a deliberate balance between mission-critical performance and socioeconomic contracting goals. The procurement portfolio is heavily concentrated in NAICS 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors) and 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), reflecting a focus on facility-integrated machinery, calibration systems, and high-precision maintenance services. A smaller but critical share of activity falls under NAICS 333248 (All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing), indicating direct sourcing of custom-engineered components for currency printing lines. Sellers’ expertise lies in navigating the intersection of industrial manufacturing, security engineering, and federal compliance within a highly regulated production environment.