Carla D Griffin

Carla D. Griffin serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions across technology and educational services, playing a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission through strategic sourcing and compliance with federal contracting regulations. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—ensuring alignment with statutory requirements and operational needs. Her portfolio primarily includes information technology services, digital infrastructure, and specialized instructional support solutions, reflecting a balanced focus on both commercial and mission-critical capabilities. Griffin cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses and firms specializing in cloud-based computing, data hosting, and educational content delivery. While no single contractor dominates her award portfolio, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering scalable, secure, and compliant digital services. She prioritizes vendor responsiveness, technical proficiency, and past performance, fostering long-term relationships with contractors who demonstrate agility and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for socioeconomic contracting, Griffin consistently applies Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with nearly two-thirds of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. Her approach reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding market access for small, disadvantaged, and emerging vendors, aligning with broader federal goals to increase equitable participation. She rarely utilizes other set-aside categories such as 8(a) or HUBZone, indicating a preference for broad-based small business eligibility over targeted programs. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 511130 (Software Publishers), 518210 (Data Processing and Hosting Services), and 611699 (Other Miscellaneous Educational Services). This triad underscores her expertise in acquiring software solutions, cloud and web infrastructure, and customized learning platforms. Griffin’s technical domain knowledge spans digital transformation, instructional technology, and backend system integration, making her a key liaison between operational stakeholders and the commercial technology sector.