Caitlin Finke

Caitlin Finke serves as a procurement specialist dedicated to advancing technical acquisition initiatives within a federal agency focused on engineering and technical services. She manages the full lifecycle of contract actions, from requirements definition and market research to award and administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic sourcing objectives. Her work is central to the agency’s mission of securing high-quality engineering solutions that support critical infrastructure, systems integration, and technical innovation. Finke routinely handles complex service-based acquisitions, emphasizing performance-based contracting and outcome-driven deliverables. Her contractor relationships are characterized by a strong emphasis on small business engagement, particularly with 8(a) certified firms that possess specialized engineering capabilities. While no single vendor dominates her portfolio, she consistently cultivates partnerships with small, innovative contractors capable of delivering tailored engineering services under competitive 8(a) set-asides. Her approach fosters long-term vendor development, encouraging capacity building and performance excellence among disadvantaged business enterprises through clear communication, early engagement, and transparent evaluation criteria. Finke exhibits a pronounced and exclusive preference for 8(a) competed set-asides, directing 100% of her acquisitions to businesses certified under the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program. This unwavering commitment reflects a strategic alignment with federal socioeconomic goals, prioritizing economic empowerment and equitable access to federal contracting opportunities for socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate effort to strengthen the 8(a) pipeline and promote sustainable small business growth within the technical services sector. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330—Engineering Services—where she specializes in acquiring civil, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering support. She procures services including design analysis, technical consulting, project management, and infrastructure assessment, often requiring professional licensure and advanced technical expertise. Finke’s domain knowledge ensures that acquisitions align with rigorous engineering standards and mission-critical performance requirements.