Cherri A. Duval

Cherri Duval serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, with a strong emphasis on engineering, scientific research and development, and professional training solutions. Duval’s work supports mission-critical agency functions by securing high-quality technical expertise and capacity-building services that align with strategic operational goals. While specific contractor names are not available, Duval maintains a balanced vendor ecosystem, engaging both large prime contractors and small businesses across the professional services sector. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open market opportunities, while actively fostering relationships with qualified small business vendors. She routinely collaborates with firms capable of delivering complex technical services, emphasizing performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development to ensure accountability and outcomes-driven delivery. Duval demonstrates a consistent commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate focus on expanding economic opportunity for small businesses without reliance on specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her approach prioritizes broad-based small business engagement, ensuring competitive fairness while maintaining high standards for technical capability and past performance. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), and 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training). She routinely acquires technical consulting, applied R&D, and workforce development services, demonstrating deep familiarity with scientific, engineering, and instructional design domains. Duval’s expertise ensures that acquisitions are aligned with evolving technical needs and workforce readiness objectives.