Richard A. Broadwater

Richard A. Broadwater serves as a Contract Specialist within the 693JJ4 Office of Acquisition Management at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, where he plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions that advance the agency’s mission of enhancing commercial motor vehicle safety through data-driven oversight and technological modernization. He manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions for professional services, with a primary focus on consulting, research, and technical support contracts that enable regulatory compliance and system modernization. His work ensures alignment with federal acquisition regulations and supports the agency’s strategic priorities in transportation safety innovation. Broadwater maintains a consistent working relationship with National Institute for Safety Research Inc., a key contractor providing specialized safety research and analytical services. His procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with demonstrated expertise in transportation safety, regulatory analysis, and systems optimization. While he engages primarily with experienced service providers, his approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical capability over volume, fostering long-term, results-oriented vendor partnerships. His contracting activity is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 88.9% of awards issued under full and open competition, reflecting a focus on technical merit and mission-critical expertise. However, he maintains a measurable commitment to small business participation, with 11.1% of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced approach that prioritizes both capability and socioeconomic objectives. The majority of his acquisitions fall under NAICS 541611 for administrative and general management consulting services, supporting operational efficiency and policy implementation. He also procures marketing consulting, physical science research, and direct property and casualty insurance services, reflecting a diverse but targeted portfolio centered on safety analytics, regulatory compliance, and systems integration within the commercial motor vehicle sector.