Nicholas Martinelli

Nicholas Martinelli serves as a Contracting Officer within the Procurement Directorate Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, where he plays a pivotal role in securing mission-critical goods and services that sustain border security operations and canine enforcement programs. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for specialized equipment, detection instrumentation, and technical support services essential to operational readiness. His portfolio emphasizes the procurement of advanced analytical tools, facility security systems, and veterinary care services to support the agency’s K9 units, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic sourcing objectives. Martinelli cultivates strategic partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, including specialized manufacturers of electronic detection components, veterinary service providers, and technical consultants. He works closely with both large-tier suppliers and small business concerns to ensure reliable delivery of mission-essential capabilities. His contracting approach prioritizes performance-based outcomes, risk mitigation, and long-term vendor reliability, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in transparency and regulatory compliance. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Martinelli consistently applies Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, directing approximately 60% of his acquisitions to small businesses. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for total small business set-asides over other socioeconomic categories, demonstrating a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and locally based vendors while maintaining competitive integrity. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541940 (Veterinary Services) to support K9 health and readiness, and 425120 (Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers) for supply chain coordination of detection equipment. He also regularly procures services under 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in technical instrumentation, data-driven analytics, and logistics support for border security infrastructure.