Michael Chappell

Michael Chappell serves as a Contracts Specialist within the Office of the Secretary at the Department of Commerce’s SSSPO, where he plays a pivotal role in securing professional services that advance data-driven governance and policy analysis. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for market research, public opinion polling, and digital modernization initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal procurement regulations and strategic agency priorities. His work directly supports the Office of the Secretary’s mission to inform national economic policy through high-quality, evidence-based insights, requiring precision in solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration for complex, performance-based requirements. Chappell maintains a consistent working relationship with CACI, INC. - FEDERAL, a trusted contractor for analytical and technical support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established federal contractors with proven expertise in public sector consulting, data analytics, and survey methodology. While he engages with large, experienced vendors, he actively cultivates partnerships with small businesses, ensuring a balanced and competitive acquisition environment that meets both operational needs and socioeconomic goals. His contracting approach reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic programs, with equal emphasis on open competitions and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. He does not favor specific set-aside categories such as 8(a) or HUBZone, but consistently structures solicitations to maximize small business participation across the board, demonstrating a strong institutional alignment with federal small business procurement objectives. Chappell’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 519130 (Other Activities Related to Advertising) and 561499 (All Other Business Support Services), encompassing survey design, statistical analysis, public engagement campaigns, and administrative support for policy initiatives. His technical domain expertise centers on public opinion research, economic data collection, and digital outreach tools, requiring contractors with specialized capabilities in survey sampling, data visualization, and federal compliance frameworks.