Andrew J. Speicher

Andrew J. Speicher serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions across a diverse range of technical and industrial categories. His work supports the agency’s mission to secure high-performance equipment and specialized services through compliant, transparent contracting processes. He routinely handles solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a strong emphasis on small business set-asides and socioeconomic program participation. His acquisitions typically involve precision instrumentation, manufacturing equipment, transportation services, and office systems, requiring detailed technical evaluations and risk mitigation strategies. Speicher maintains a consistent focus on small business engagement, with over 61% of his awards designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand market access for small and emerging vendors. He frequently utilizes HUBZone set-asides, demonstrating a targeted commitment to economically distressed communities. His contracting patterns prioritize equitable opportunity, ensuring compliance with socioeconomic goals while maintaining rigorous performance standards. He collaborates closely with small business advocates and contracting specialists to facilitate mentor-protégé relationships and pre-solicitation outreach. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334515 for instrumentation used in measuring electrical signals, 337214 for non-wood office furniture, and 333517 for machine tool manufacturing, indicating deep expertise in industrial and laboratory-grade equipment. He also procures specialized transportation services under NAICS 485410 and textile manufacturing under 314110, showcasing a broad but deliberate technical scope. These categories reflect a need for precision-engineered components, durable ergonomic furnishings, and reliable logistical support, all requiring adherence to strict quality and compliance benchmarks. Speicher’s contracting approach balances technical rigor with socioeconomic accountability, fostering partnerships with vendors capable of delivering high-integrity products and services while advancing federal small business objectives. His work ensures that procurement decisions align with both operational needs and national economic development priorities.