Chelsea Reid

Chelsea Reid serves as a procurement lead for New Reach Inc., a Connecticut-based agency dedicated to enhancing community infrastructure through the renovation and construction of nonprofit and social service facilities. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for commercial and institutional building projects, ensuring alignment with the agency’s mission to improve safety, accessibility, and resilience in facilities serving vulnerable populations. Her responsibilities include soliciting bids, evaluating proposals, and awarding contracts for construction and facility modernization initiatives, with a strong emphasis on compliance with federal procurement standards and public accountability. Reid maintains a broad network of general contractors and specialty builders experienced in institutional construction, particularly those with expertise in ADA-compliant renovations, energy-efficient retrofits, and seismic upgrades. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages firms with proven experience in public-sector building projects and a track record of on-time, code-compliant delivery. Her working relationships are characterized by transparency, competitive bidding, and a preference for vendors who demonstrate capacity to meet stringent safety and accessibility benchmarks. Reid’s procurement strategy reflects a firm commitment to open competition, with 100% of acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside.” She does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead focusing on technical capability and project fit as primary evaluation criteria. This approach underscores a mission-driven emphasis on outcome quality over socioeconomic classifications, though small businesses remain eligible and active participants in her solicitations. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 624229 (Other Community Housing Services), reflecting her specialization in renovating shelters, community centers, and nonprofit service facilities. She procures turnkey construction services, including structural upgrades, HVAC modernization, plumbing and electrical systems, and universal design enhancements to support accessibility and functional resilience.