Michael Checketts

Michael Checketts is a procurement professional whose activities are centered on technical and industrial acquisitions. He supports the agency's mission by managing the procurement of specialized manufacturing services and technical professional support. The agency demonstrates a diverse contracting landscape, utilizing a mix of procurement vehicles to secure necessary goods and services. The agency maintains a commitment to small business participation, with a significant portion of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. While the majority of contracts are competed without set-aside restrictions, there is a consistent pattern of utilizing small business programs and occasional sole-source justifications to meet mission requirements. The procurement focus is heavily weighted toward industrial coatings and electronic manufacturing. Key areas of expertise include electroplating, plating, polishing, anodizing, and coloring, as well as paint and coating manufacturing. Additionally, the portfolio includes acquisitions for printed circuit assembly manufacturing and a variety of other professional, scientific, and technical services, including computer-related support.