Amber Harris

Amber Harris serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services and specialized manufacturing contracts, with a focus on technical and scientific domains requiring precise regulatory alignment and performance-based contracting approaches. Harris works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to define requirements, structure competitive solicitations, and mitigate acquisition risks. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Harris routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier service providers, and niche manufacturers. Her contracting patterns suggest a preference for open competition under full and fair procedures, with a measured emphasis on socioeconomic programs. She maintains collaborative relationships with vendors capable of delivering high-complexity services and precision-engineered products, often requiring specialized certifications or quality control systems. Harris demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 11.1% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions—88.9%—are conducted without set-asides, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate effort to foster competition and expand vendor diversity within her technical domains. Her approach aligns with federal goals to increase small business access to government contracts while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and 541611 (Management Consulting Services), each accounting for 25% of her activity, alongside significant engagement in 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), 541712 (Research and Development in Physical and Life Sciences), and 611310 (Colleges and Universities). This underscores her expertise in procuring scientific testing, technical consulting, R&D services, and educational support solutions, positioning her at the intersection of public health, engineering, and institutional research.