Richard Klein

Richard Klein serves as a primary contract specialist, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring procurement integrity within his agency. He plays a key role in the agency's mission by executing contracts that support critical operational and technical requirements, handling a diverse range of acquisitions from specialized research and development to facility infrastructure. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a significant commitment to small business participation. While a majority of awards are unrestricted, there is a consistent utilization of Total Small Business Set-Asides. Additionally, the office leverages socioeconomic categories including 8(a) sole source awards, HUBZone set-asides, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-asides to meet agency diversity goals. His industry focus is heavily weighted toward technical and infrastructure services. He demonstrates significant expertise in procuring Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. Furthermore, his procurement activity extends into facility operations and specialized trades, specifically focusing on building equipment contractors, facilities support services, and plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contracting. He also manages acquisitions for the procurement of instruments used for measuring and testing electricity and electrical signals.