Carol A. Clark

Carol G. Clark serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions in support of transportation logistics and related professional services. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while fostering competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts under the FAR, with a strong emphasis on non-construction support activities for transportation systems, wholesale trade intermediation, telecommunications services, and computer training solutions. Clark is known for her meticulous approach to solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and regulatory requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Clark maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses and specialized service providers. Her procurement approach prioritizes competitive bidding and vendor performance accountability, cultivating long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering technical and operational support across multiple domains. She actively encourages vendor participation through clear communication, timely feedback, and structured evaluation criteria that promote fairness and integrity in source selection. Clark demonstrates a pronounced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 57.1% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and socially or economically disadvantaged individuals. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a dedication to broadening market access and strengthening the small business ecosystem within federal contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 488999 (All Other Support Activities for Transportation), where she procures logistics coordination, fleet support, and transportation management services. Additional emphasis is placed on NAICS 425120 (Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers), 517919 (Other Telecommunications), and 611420 (Computer Training), indicating expertise in intermediary services, communications infrastructure, and workforce development. Clark’s technical domain knowledge spans operational support, supply chain coordination, and IT-enabled training solutions.