Cheryl Perdue

Cheryl Perdue serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation 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 supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio typically includes complex procurements for telecommunications equipment, medical and dental supplies, and recreational goods, requiring detailed technical evaluations and sound risk management practices. Cheryl cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including both large manufacturers and small business contractors. While no single contractor dominates her award history, she consistently engages with firms capable of meeting stringent performance and compliance standards across multiple industrial sectors. Her working relationships reflect a balanced approach—favoring open competition while actively encouraging participation from qualified small businesses and specialized wholesalers. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This consistent use of small business set-asides underscores her dedication to expanding market access for small businesses, particularly those certified under general small business programs. She avoids complex socioeconomically targeted set-asides like 8(a) or HUBZone, instead prioritizing broad-based small business eligibility to maximize competition and vendor diversity. Cheryl’s primary procurement focus centers on five NAICS categories, each representing 14.3% of her activity: Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210), Sporting and Recreational Goods Merchant Wholesalers (423910), Medical, Dental, and Hospital Equipment Merchant Wholesalers (423450), and Ship Building and Repairing (336611). Her expertise lies in acquiring specialized hardware, technical equipment, and wholesale-distributed supplies requiring precise specifications and reliable supply chain execution. She brings deep familiarity with the technical and logistical demands of these industries, ensuring acquisitions align with operational needs and regulatory standards.