Amber L. Price

Amber Price serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement analysis and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily includes complex procurements in advanced manufacturing and data-driven analytical systems, requiring technical diligence and precise contract language to mitigate risk and ensure performance standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Amber maintains relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including both large industrial manufacturers and small businesses capable of meeting specialized technical specifications. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under full and open procedures. She engages with vendors through structured bidding processes, often utilizing FAR Part 15 contract types such as fixed-price and cost-reimbursement arrangements, ensuring accountability and value for the government. Amber demonstrates a measured commitment to small business participation, with approximately 14.3% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Although she rarely utilizes other socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, her consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to foster competition and expand opportunities for qualified small manufacturers. Her approach balances regulatory compliance with strategic market engagement to promote equitable access. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 331511 (Iron Foundries), 511210 (Software Publishers), and 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep engagement with precision metal fabrication, software solutions for data analysis, and laboratory instrumentation. She frequently procures mission-critical equipment and systems requiring rigorous technical validation, demonstrating expertise in industrial engineering, scientific instrumentation, and digital infrastructure procurement.