Chari Fix

Chari Fix serves as a Contract Specialist, managing the procurement process and ensuring the effective acquisition of goods and services to support the agency's mission. In this role, they are responsible for the administration of contracts and the execution of acquisition strategies. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a primary reliance on full and open competitions, with no set-aside requirements applied to the majority of actions. However, there is a documented commitment to small business participation, with a significant portion of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides and a smaller percentage allocated to 8(a) competed acquisitions. The procurement focus is heavily concentrated in the food and textile manufacturing sectors. Primary technical domain expertise is centered on NAICS 311812 for commercial bakeries, as well as fluid milk manufacturing and perishable prepared food manufacturing. Additionally, there is a notable specialization in apparel procurement, specifically within cut and sew apparel contractors and the manufacturing of apparel accessories.