Nicholas S Friederich

Nicholas S. Friederich serves as a Contract Specialist within the Telecommunications Division (HC1013) of the Defense Information Systems Agency, where he plays a critical role in procuring mission-critical telecommunications and IT services to sustain and modernize the Department of Defense’s global communications infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on network modernization, secure virtual private network deployment, and interoperable command and control systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific cybersecurity standards. His work directly supports DISA’s mission to deliver resilient, high-capacity connectivity across military and federal operations. Friederich maintains longstanding relationships with key contractors including AT&T Technical Services Company, Inc., Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, Liberty Communications, Inc., AOC Connect LLC, and Norfolk Fiber, LLC. These partnerships center on delivering advanced telecom infrastructure, fiber-optic network solutions, and integrated communications systems. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, long-term service delivery, and technical alignment with DoD network architecture standards, fostering collaborative vendor engagement to meet evolving operational requirements. His procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 76.5% of awards issued without set-asides, while maintaining a consistent 23.5% commitment to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though he does not routinely prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, his small business participation aligns with broader agency goals to expand the vendor base and enhance innovation through competitive small business engagement. Friederich’s primary NAICS focus areas include Computer Training (611420) and Other Computer Related Services (541519), reflecting his emphasis on workforce development and technical support for DoD communications systems. He also procures specialized equipment under 334519 and professional development training under 611430, demonstrating expertise in both hardware integration and human capital readiness for complex telecom environments.