Catherine Giglio

Catherine Giglio serves as an R&D Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex research and development acquisitions aligned with federal innovation priorities. She plays a pivotal role in translating technical requirements into legally compliant, performance-based contracts that support scientific advancement and mission-critical capabilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional and technical services related to applied research, systems design, and strategic consulting, ensuring that procurement processes adhere to FAR and agency-specific regulatory frameworks while fostering innovation through agile acquisition methods. Giglio collaborates with a diverse ecosystem of contractors, including specialized consulting firms, engineering service providers, and technology integrators engaged in high-value R&D initiatives. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages firms with demonstrated expertise in scientific research, data analytics, and systems engineering. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance outcomes over prescriptive deliverables, encouraging competitive bidding and technical innovation while maintaining rigorous oversight and risk mitigation protocols. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted competition, with 100% of her awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a focus on selecting the most technically qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, though she remains compliant with all small business participation goals and may incorporate small business subcontracting requirements where appropriate. Her approach prioritizes technical merit and mission alignment over socioeconomic set-asides, aligning with the unique demands of R&D procurement. Giglio’s primary NAICS focus includes All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690), and Management Consulting Services (541618), reflecting her emphasis on strategic advisory, technical analysis, and operational research support. She routinely procures services involving systems design, data-driven decision modeling, and organizational effectiveness consulting, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical and managerial challenges inherent in federal R&D programs.