Ramon Ramos

Ramon Ramos supports the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in executing mission-critical procurement activities essential to the secure production and lifecycle management of U.S. currency and high-integrity security documents. While his formal title is not publicly designated, his role centers on managing complex acquisitions for precision manufacturing equipment, specialized printing systems, and advanced security technology infrastructure. He plays a vital part in ensuring the agency maintains cutting-edge production capabilities, safeguarding the nation’s monetary system through rigorous sourcing of components that meet stringent anti-counterfeiting and durability standards. His acquisitions typically involve capital equipment, maintenance services, and integrated systems requiring high-assurance supply chain controls. Ramos maintains long-standing relationships with key vendors including Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions SA, Crane & Co., Inc., and Sicpa Securink Corp., all of which provide specialized banknote printing machinery, substrate materials, and inks with embedded security features. He also collaborates with Authentix, Inc. for authentication technologies and Potomac Electric Power Co. for mission-critical utility infrastructure. These partnerships reflect a preference for established, technically certified suppliers with proven expertise in secure manufacturing and government-grade compliance, indicating a procurement approach grounded in reliability, traceability, and industrial-grade performance. His contracting patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 85.5% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions, reflecting the technical specificity and limited vendor base for currency production systems. However, he consistently allocates 14.5% of opportunities to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but active commitment to small business participation where capabilities align with mission needs. Ramos’s procurement focus is dominated by NAICS 333244 (Banking, Cash Handling, and Security Equipment Manufacturing), accounting for over half of his acquisitions, followed by 333248 for industrial machinery. His technical domain centers on high-precision printing systems, security substrate handling, and automated currency processing equipment, requiring deep expertise in mechanical engineering, materials science, and secure manufacturing processes.