Matthew Healey

Matthew Healey serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracts and Acquisitions Management unit of the U.S. Department of Education, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that advance federal education policy and institutional capacity. He manages the full lifecycle of professional services contracts, with a focus on supporting evidence-based research, regulatory compliance, and the modernization of federal student aid and data collection infrastructure. His acquisitions typically involve complex, performance-based requirements for technical, analytical, and operational services aligned with the Department’s mission to strengthen postsecondary education systems. Healey maintains a consistent working relationship with LPE-STRATEGIES LLC, a primary contractor providing specialized consulting and analytical services. His procurement approach emphasizes competitive, performance-driven engagements, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of delivering high-quality, mission-critical support. He collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to define scope, evaluate proposals, and ensure contract performance aligns with federal standards and educational outcomes. While the majority of his acquisitions—85.7%—are conducted without set-asides, Healey actively supports socioeconomic goals through 8(a) competed contracts, which account for 14.3% of his portfolio. This reflects a targeted commitment to small business participation, particularly for firms certified under the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program, ensuring diverse vendor engagement without compromising mission effectiveness. His procurement focus centers on NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting a strong demand for educational data analytics and policy research tools. He also regularly procures services under 541519 (Other Computer-Related Services) and 541513 (Computer Facilities Management), indicating expertise in IT infrastructure, data processing, and digital platform support. His technical domain spans educational technology, compliance systems, and institutional data management, making him a key facilitator of digital modernization within federal education operations.