Astrid McKinney

Astrid McKinney serves as a Contracting Officer, operating in a secondary role to support the agency's procurement mission. In this capacity, she is responsible for the administration and execution of federal acquisitions, ensuring that the procurement process adheres to regulatory requirements while meeting the operational needs of the organization. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a strong emphasis on socioeconomic goals. A significant portion of procurement activity is directed toward Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, which account for 45.2% of activity. Additionally, 19.1% of awards are designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides, and 4.8% are executed via 8(a) Sole Source contracts, reflecting a consistent commitment to small business participation. The procurement focus is heavily weighted toward specialized healthcare and technical services. Primary areas of expertise include ambulance services and special needs transportation, which together comprise a substantial portion of the activity. Further technical domain expertise is evident in the procurement of pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing, electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance, and other scientific and technical consulting services.