Catherine Waters

Catherine Waters serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions across a diverse range of technical and support services. Her role centers on ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical goods and services through transparent, competitive processes. She typically handles full and open competitions, as well as small business set-asides, focusing on high-value procurements involving information technology, specialized manufacturing, and professional services. Her work supports the agency’s broader mission to acquire reliable, scalable solutions that meet operational and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Catherine maintains a balanced procurement approach, engaging both large prime contractors and small business vendors across multiple sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established market participants with proven technical capabilities, particularly in IT infrastructure and industrial manufacturing. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate strong performance histories, sound past performance records, and adherence to contractual obligations, ensuring accountability and mission readiness. Catherine exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with 22.2% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Although she primarily conducts full and open competitions (77.8%), her consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity and diversify the vendor base. Her approach aligns with federal socioeconomic goals, prioritizing fair access for small businesses without compromising acquisition efficiency or mission requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 423430 (computer and peripheral equipment wholesaling), followed by 334111 (electronic computer manufacturing) and 336992 (military armored vehicle manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in defense-related IT hardware and industrial systems. She also regularly procures plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning services (238220) and court reporting services (561492), demonstrating a broad technical portfolio that spans both commercial and government-specific domains. Catherine’s specialization reflects a nuanced understanding of supply chain logistics, technical specifications, and compliance requirements across high-stakes procurement environments.