Richard Mark Levey

Richard Y. Levey serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for complex commercial and industrial equipment, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-critical operational needs. He plays a pivotal role in executing full and open competitions while strategically leveraging set-aside authorities to promote equitable market access. His acquisitions typically involve HVAC systems, industrial control devices, fluid metering instruments, and related technical supplies, requiring detailed technical evaluations and sound contract administration under FAR Part 12 and Part 15 procedures. Levey’s work supports the reliable procurement of mission-enabling hardware across public infrastructure and operational environments. While specific contractor names are not available, Levey maintains consistent engagement with a diverse pool of manufacturers and merchant wholesalers specializing in heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and industrial control systems. His contracting patterns reflect collaboration with both large manufacturers and mid-tier suppliers capable of meeting precise technical specifications and delivery timelines. He fosters vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based requirements and quality assurance protocols, ensuring accountability throughout contract execution. Levey demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of his awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His procurement strategy prioritizes accessible opportunities for small businesses without relying on more restrictive socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a preference for broad-based small business inclusion. This pattern reflects a deliberate effort to expand market participation among qualified small manufacturers and wholesalers in the industrial equipment sector. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 333415 for air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment manufacturing, followed by wholesale distribution under 423730. He also regularly procures relay and industrial control systems (335314), fluid metering devices (334514), and electronic components through 423690. This technical specialization underscores his expertise in acquiring engineered hardware for commercial and institutional applications, requiring deep familiarity with performance standards, testing protocols, and supply chain reliability.