Amanda Morris

Amanda L. Morris serves as a Contracts Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services and specialized manufacturing contracts, with a focus on engineering, technical consulting, and educational support services. Morris works closely with program managers and acquisition teams to align contracting strategies with agency goals, ensuring timely, lawful, and efficient procurement outcomes. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect engagement with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses and firms specializing in technical and scientific services. Her working relationships emphasize competitive solicitation practices, transparent evaluation criteria, and performance-based contract management. She maintains a balanced approach to vendor engagement, fostering relationships with both established contractors and emerging small business concerns to promote innovation and market diversity. Amanda demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 91.3% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports socioeconomic goals by awarding approximately 4.3% of contracts each to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balanced approach reflects her commitment to both efficiency and equitable opportunity, ensuring small business participation remains a meaningful component of her acquisition strategy without compromising mission readiness. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Engineering Services (541330), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), and Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999), indicating deep expertise in technical, engineering, and specialized manufacturing procurements. She also regularly supports educational institutions through contracts under NAICS 611310 and 611210, demonstrating proficiency in procuring academic and workforce development services. Her domain knowledge spans technical consulting, laboratory equipment, and institutional support services, positioning her as a trusted advisor in complex, non-commercial acquisitions.