Cheryl Lee

Cheryl Lee supports the Agricultural Research Service’s Agricultural Research Facility Management and Procurement Division in securing critical scientific infrastructure and specialized services essential to national agricultural research. She manages the acquisition of high-precision laboratory instrumentation, analytical equipment maintenance, and technical support services that enable cutting-edge food security and environmental research. Her procurement activities focus on ensuring the operational readiness of advanced analytical platforms, including mass spectrometers and biosensing systems, aligning with the agency’s mission to advance sustainable farming innovation through state-of-the-art scientific capabilities. Lee maintains consistent relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including Germfree Laboratories, LLC for controlled-environment research facilities, Georgia Commercial and Residential Elevator, LLC for facility-modification services, and Gold Wave Inc. for precision equipment calibration. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical competency and long-term service reliability, often resulting in repeat engagements with vendors who demonstrate expertise in maintaining complex scientific hardware and compliance with federal biosafety and laboratory standards. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 75% of awards issued without set-asides, while 25% are structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balance demonstrates a commitment to fostering small business participation without compromising the technical rigor required for mission-critical research infrastructure, favoring qualified small firms capable of delivering specialized scientific support. Lee’s primary NAICS focus includes All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), and Remediation Services (562910), reflecting her expertise in procuring advanced instrumentation, laboratory maintenance, and environmental compliance services. She routinely sources custom-engineered equipment, analytical calibration services, and biocontainment solutions, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical demands of agricultural research facilities and the regulatory frameworks governing their operation.