Anita L Nearhoof

Anita L. Nearhoof serves as a Contract 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 promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional, scientific, and technical services, with a focus on consulting, administrative management, and social service support. Nearhoof works closely with program offices to translate mission needs into solicitation requirements, ensuring that acquisitions are competitively sourced and aligned with statutory obligations. While no specific contractor relationships are identified, her procurement patterns reflect engagement with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses and general service providers delivering consulting, operational support, and human services. She fosters relationships with firms capable of delivering specialized technical expertise and programmatic support, often through performance-based contracts that emphasize outcomes and accountability. Nearhoof demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 87.5% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, she consistently supports socioeconomic goals by allocating 6.3% of her awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides and an additional 6.3% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a balanced commitment to both competition and equitable opportunity under FAR Part 19. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), with significant activity in administrative management consulting (541611), child and youth services (624110), and business service centers (561439). This indicates deep expertise in securing non-clinical support services, strategic advisory functions, and community-based social programs, positioning her as a key facilitator of mission-enabling professional services across federal operations.