Raymond A Staniewski

Raymond A. Staniewski serves as a Purchasing Agent for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, where he supports the agency’s mission to advance measurement science, standards, and technological innovation. He manages a diverse portfolio of procurement actions focused on professional, scientific, and technical services critical to NIST’s research and development activities. His acquisitions primarily support advanced manufacturing, semiconductor process validation, and physical science research, ensuring NIST maintains technical leadership in precision instrumentation and emerging technologies. Staniewski operates within federal acquisition regulations to deliver timely, compliant, and high-quality services that underpin national economic and security priorities. Staniewski maintains consistent working relationships with specialized contractors including Quality Biological, Inc., ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES AND LABORATORIES (ATL) INTERNATIONAL, INC., and PHYSICAL ELECTRONICS USA, INC., all of which provide niche scientific, analytical, and engineering support services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in laboratory instrumentation, calibration services, and technical consulting. These partnerships are typically formed through competitive solicitations and are sustained through repeat engagements based on technical reliability and performance compliance. Staniewski’s contracting activity shows a 100% preference for non-set-aside procurements, indicating a focus on technical merit and vendor capability over socioeconomic classifications. While he does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, his approach prioritizes mission-critical performance and specialized expertise, aligning with NIST’s need for highly qualified service providers in complex scientific domains. His primary NAICS focus areas include 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), reflecting his procurement of advanced laboratory services, technical consulting, and scientific R&D support. He frequently acquires specialized equipment calibration, metrology services, and analytical testing capabilities essential to NIST’s core scientific missions in semiconductor standards and advanced materials characterization.