Barbara P. Jemmott

Barbara P. Jemmott serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements determination to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency procurement objectives through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses non-defense, administrative, and support services, with a focus on procurement actions that align with sound fiscal stewardship and regulatory integrity. She routinely handles simplified acquisitions, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts, and other low-to-mid-tier procurements requiring careful evaluation of technical capability and cost realism. Barbara maintains professional relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses and general contractors providing specialized goods and services. While no single contractor dominates her award portfolio, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering office equipment, facility support services, and technical testing solutions. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in clear solicitation language, fair competition, and performance-based outcomes, emphasizing accountability and timely contract execution. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 30% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She prioritizes opportunities for small businesses without favoring specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on broad eligibility under the small business definition. This approach supports equitable access while maintaining competitive integrity across the acquisition spectrum. Barbara’s primary NAICS focus areas include Office Furniture (except Wood) Manufacturing (337214), Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (335999), Building Services (561790), Testing Laboratories (541380), and Engineering Services (541330). She regularly procures commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) furnishings, electrical components, facility maintenance, and technical testing services, demonstrating expertise in both commercial and technical domains. Her work bridges administrative support needs with specialized engineering and laboratory requirements, reflecting a versatile and technically grounded contracting profile.