Allison Mandel

Allison Mandel serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing acquisitions critical to public health infrastructure and security services. Within her agency, she plays a pivotal role in executing compliant, transparent contracting processes that align with federal procurement regulations and mission-driven objectives. Her portfolio centers on high-priority programs requiring rigorous oversight, including public health administration and background investigation services. She handles a mix of competitive and set-aside solicitations, ensuring that acquisitions meet both operational needs and socioeconomic goals. Her work supports the delivery of essential government services through strategic sourcing and risk-managed contract execution. Mandel cultivates relationships with a diverse range of vendors, particularly those qualified to deliver specialized services in public health operations and security screening. While no single contractor dominates her award history, she consistently engages firms with proven expertise in health program management and background check systems, including both large-capacity service providers and certified small businesses. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—favoring competition while ensuring access for qualified small businesses—and she maintains collaborative, compliance-focused interactions with vendors throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Her procurement strategy exhibits a strong commitment to socioeconomic objectives, with nearly half of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities for small businesses, particularly those without other set-aside designations. She avoids preferential set-asides such as 8(a) or HUBZone, instead prioritizing broad-based small business participation, which enhances market diversity and fosters innovation among emerging contractors. Mandel’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 923120 (Administration of Public Health Programs) and 561611 (Investigation and Personal Background Check Services). She routinely procures services related to public health data management, disease prevention program administration, and federal background investigation systems—including fingerprinting, records verification, and security clearance support. Her technical expertise spans health policy implementation and national security vetting frameworks, positioning her as a key player in safeguarding both public health and national integrity through targeted, compliant acquisitions.