Ramphal "Andy" Ramnarine

Ramphal "Andy" Ramnarine serves as a key procurement professional within the Support Services Section (SS40) of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, operating under the Department of Homeland Security. He is responsible for managing acquisitions that sustain FEMA’s operational readiness through administrative, logistical, and human capital support services. His portfolio centers on consulting, training, and communications solutions critical to maintaining organizational efficiency during emergency response operations. Ramnarine handles a mix of sealed bids, request for proposals, and simplified acquisitions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, ensuring alignment with FEMA’s mission-critical support requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Ramnarine maintains consistent engagement with a diverse vendor base, including small businesses providing specialized consulting and training services. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, performance-based partnerships with firms capable of delivering scalable, mission-aligned support. He routinely works with vendors offering integrated solutions in human resources, administrative management, and professional development, fostering long-term vendor relationships grounded in compliance and responsiveness to federal operational needs. Ramnarine demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly half of his acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. He frequently prioritizes Women-Owned Small Businesses and maintains a balanced approach that includes both set-aside and open competitions, reflecting a strategic effort to expand the pool of qualified federal suppliers while ensuring competitive integrity and equitable access. His procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 541211 (certified public accounting), 541611 and 541612 (administrative and HR consulting), 611430 (professional development training), and 541810 (advertising services). These categories reflect his expertise in securing advisory and capacity-building services that enhance FEMA’s workforce readiness, internal communications, and operational governance—ensuring the agency remains agile and compliant in high-stakes environments.