Amy C. Soeder

Amy C. Soeder serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal procurement actions, from requirement analysis and market research through solicitation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring acquisitions align with federal regulations and agency mission objectives, with a focus on commercial off-the-shelf goods and industrial supply chain solutions. Her portfolio centers on procurement of wholesale-distributed products, particularly in the furniture, construction materials, and industrial machinery sectors, where she leverages competitive bidding processes to secure cost-effective, high-quality supplies for government operations. Soeder maintains a broad network of merchant wholesalers and distributors who serve as primary vendors, engaging with firms that specialize in bulk distribution of commercial products to federal entities. Her contracting approach emphasizes open competition, leveraging GSA schedules and commercial catalogs to streamline acquisition timelines and reduce administrative burden. She consistently works with established merchant wholesalers that meet federal compliance standards, prioritizing reliable delivery, quality assurance, and transparent pricing structures. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted, non-set-aside acquisitions, with 100% of her awards issued under general competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. While she does not routinely target small business set-asides, her reliance on large-scale merchant wholesalers ensures consistent access to standardized, high-volume inventory, supporting efficient and scalable procurement outcomes. Soeder’s primary NAICS focus areas include 423210 (Furniture Merchant Wholesalers), 423390 (Other Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers), and 423830 (Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers), indicating deep expertise in procuring bulk commercial goods for facility operations, infrastructure support, and maintenance activities. She specializes in acquiring standardized, catalog-based items rather than custom or technical services, demonstrating proficiency in commercial procurement frameworks and supply chain logistics within the federal acquisition environment.