Arlett R. Hartie

Arlett R. Hartie serves as a Contract Specialist, playing a key role in the agency's procurement mission by managing the administrative and regulatory aspects of the acquisition lifecycle. In this capacity, they facilitate the solicitation and award processes necessary to meet the agency's operational requirements through various contracting vehicles. The agency demonstrates a significant commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with a notable focus on small business participation. Approximately 37.7% of the agency's contracts are executed through Small Business Set-Asides in accordance with FAR 19.5, while the remaining 62.3% are processed as full and open competitions. The procurement landscape is heavily concentrated within the textile and apparel manufacturing sectors. The agency's requirements frequently fall under NAICS 314999 (All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills), alongside significant activity in cut and sew apparel contracting, textile and fabric finishing, and the manufacturing of apparel accessories. Additionally, the agency maintains a specialized procurement interest in jewelry and silverware manufacturing.