Paul Burford

Paul D. Burford serves as a Contract Specialist with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), operating under agency code 7200AA, where he plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that advance global development objectives. He manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for technical assistance, governance reform, and institutional capacity-building services, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and USAID’s mission to strengthen public sector institutions abroad. His portfolio primarily consists of professional and management consulting services, with a focus on supporting democratic engagement, economic resilience, and emergency response coordination in partner nations. Burford maintains consistent contracting relationships with AMD INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC, a key provider of specialized technical and management consulting services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with demonstrated expertise in international development, while also engaging a diverse pool of firms capable of delivering adaptive, context-sensitive solutions in complex operational environments. His working relationships are characterized by collaboration, performance-based contracting, and a focus on outcome-driven deliverables. His set-aside preferences reflect a strong emphasis on open competition, with 81.1% of awards issued without set-asides. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 16.2% of contracts as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 2.7% to 8(a) competed contracts, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes both efficiency and socioeconomic goals. Burford’s procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting), reflecting his specialization in governance, policy advisory, and institutional strengthening services. He routinely procures technical assistance in public administration, democratic governance, and economic policy design, aligning acquisitions with USAID’s core mission of building sustainable, locally-led development capacity.