Michael J. Hutnik III

Michael J. Hutnik serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions across technical and engineering domains. He plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical goods and services. His portfolio primarily involves competitive sealed bidding and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 15, with a strong emphasis on technical specifications and performance-based outcomes. Hutnik routinely handles acquisitions for specialized instrumentation, analytical equipment, and engineering support services, ensuring alignment with operational requirements and lifecycle cost considerations. While specific contractor names are not available, Hutnik maintains a balanced vendor ecosystem that includes both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with a structured approach to vendor qualification, source selection, and post-award performance monitoring. He fosters collaborative relationships with manufacturers and service providers capable of meeting stringent technical standards, particularly in laboratory and engineering environments. Hutnik demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 25% of his awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Though no other socioeconomic set-asides are currently dominant, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a proactive effort to expand opportunities for qualified small businesses, aligning with broader federal goals for equitable contracting. His approach prioritizes capability over size, ensuring that small businesses with proven technical expertise are competitively evaluated and selected. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 333316 (Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), where he acquires precision analytical equipment, followed by NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services). He specializes in procuring advanced diagnostic tools, calibration systems, and technical consulting services that support scientific research and infrastructure modernization, demonstrating deep familiarity with technical specifications, test protocols, and industry standards in laboratory and engineering applications.