Richard Sewell

Richard D. Sewell serves as a procurement specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions in advanced scientific and technical domains. He plays a critical role in executing the agency’s mission to secure cutting-edge research, instrumentation, and engineering systems, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance standards. His portfolio primarily encompasses research and development services, analytical laboratory equipment, and precision measurement and control systems, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes. Sewell’s acquisitions are strategically aligned with national priorities in science and technology, often involving high-performance instrumentation and specialized R&D capabilities. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Sewell’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and specialized small businesses capable of delivering highly engineered solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes technical capability, past performance, and compliance with quality assurance standards, fostering long-term partnerships with firms possessing niche expertise in instrumentation manufacturing and applied scientific research. Sewell demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 23% of his acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting practices reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses in high-technology sectors, though the majority of his portfolio remains open to all competitors. This balance supports both competition and socioeconomic goals without relying on specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. His primary focus areas include NAICS 541712 for physical and engineering R&D, 334511 for aeronautical and navigation systems, and 334516 for analytical laboratory instruments. These categories reveal a technical specialization in precision measurement, scientific instrumentation, and advanced sensor systems, underscoring his expertise in procuring mission-critical hardware and research services for technical and defense-related applications.