Samuel L. Mendez II

Samuel L. Mendez II is a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and executing procurement strategies within their agency. In this role, they facilitate the procurement of essential goods and services, ensuring that all contracting activities align with the agency's operational mission and federal acquisition regulations. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a balanced approach between open competition and small business initiatives. While nearly half of the acquisitions are not set aside, there is a significant commitment to socioeconomic goals, with 8(a) competed and Total Small Business Set-Asides each accounting for 17.6% of activity, and HUBZone set-asides representing 11.8%. The primary industry focus for these acquisitions is centered on construction and environmental services. Technical expertise is most prevalent in Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (NAICS 236220) and Remediation Services (NAICS 562910). Additionally, there is a consistent procurement pattern involving Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction, and specialized Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning services.