Arlecia F Parker

Arlecia F. Parker 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) and advancing the agency’s mission through transparent, efficient, and legally sound procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical services and precision manufacturing contracts, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and socioeconomic program objectives. Parker’s work supports mission-critical operations by securing specialized testing services and industrial components essential to national infrastructure and defense readiness. While specific contractor names are not available, Parker consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly those certified under small business programs. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, performance-based relationships with firms capable of delivering high-quality, compliant solutions under competitive solicitation frameworks. She actively fosters vendor engagement through pre-solicitation outreach and clear evaluation criteria, promoting fairness and accountability in the award process. Parker demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business utilization, with 71.4% of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity and enhance competition by reserving contracts for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Her contracting patterns align with federal goals to increase small business participation across high-need technical sectors. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), where she secures analytical, quality assurance, and compliance testing capabilities, and NAICS 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing), where she procures precision-engineered fasteners and mechanical components. These specializations indicate deep expertise in technical services and industrial supply chains, supporting applications in aerospace, defense, and infrastructure sectors.