Alicia M. Blanton

Alicia M. Blanton serves as a Contract Administrator responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from requirements validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, efficient, and legally sound contracting processes. Her acquisitions primarily involve commercial off-the-shelf products and service contracts, with a strong emphasis on streamlining procurement workflows to meet operational needs while upholding fiscal responsibility and regulatory integrity. Blanton maintains professional relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including automobile and apparel wholesalers, new car dealerships, and janitorial service providers. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with established commercial suppliers and regional service firms capable of meeting standardized government specifications. Her working relationships are characterized by clear communication, adherence to contract terms, and a focus on performance-based outcomes, fostering reliable vendor partnerships that support sustained service delivery. Her contracting activity reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards designated as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a procurement strategy centered on market-driven competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though she remains compliant with all small business participation goals and ensures that eligible small businesses have equitable access to solicitation opportunities when they choose to compete. Blanton’s primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 423110 (Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers) and 441110 (New Car Dealers), reflecting her involvement in vehicle-related supply chains. She also regularly procures apparel accessories under 315990 and janitorial services under 561720, demonstrating expertise in both commercial distribution and facility support services. Her technical domain knowledge spans inventory management, logistics coordination, and service-level agreement enforcement within high-volume, low-complexity acquisition categories.