Carla L. Biver

Carla L. Biver serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of natural gas distribution services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and supporting mission-critical energy infrastructure. Her role centers on the full lifecycle management of contracts—from market research and solicitation development to award administration and contract closeout—within the energy utilities sector. She plays a pivotal role in securing reliable, cost-effective natural gas delivery systems that meet federal operational requirements, often coordinating with technical specialists and program managers to define performance-based requirements and evaluate vendor proposals under FAR Part 15 procedures. While specific contractor names are not available, Biver’s procurement activity is concentrated within the natural gas distribution industry, indicating consistent engagement with utilities and infrastructure service providers qualified to deliver pipeline operations, metering systems, and distribution network maintenance. Her contracting patterns suggest a preference for established industry participants with proven technical capabilities in gas transmission and distribution, typically awarded through competitive sealed bidding or negotiated contracts under FAR Part 12 or Part 15, depending on complexity and urgency. Biver’s contracting portfolio reflects a 100% focus on non-set-aside acquisitions, indicating a preference for full and open competition without socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB designations. This pattern suggests that the nature of the procurements—often requiring specialized engineering, regulatory compliance, and large-scale infrastructure capabilities—aligns with market conditions where only a limited pool of qualified vendors exists, necessitating broad competition among all eligible firms. Her primary area of expertise lies in NAICS 221210 (Natural Gas Distribution), where she procures services related to pipeline operations, gas metering, pressure regulation, leak detection, and system maintenance. This specialization requires deep familiarity with PHMSA regulations, safety standards, and performance-based contracting methodologies, positioning her as a subject matter expert in energy infrastructure procurement within the federal domain.