Cindy A. Chartier

Cindy A. Chartier serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for complex professional services contracts, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and fostering fair, transparent outcomes. She plays a critical role in aligning agency needs with market capabilities, primarily negotiating contracts for engineering, technical support, and information services. Her work supports mission-critical operations by securing high-quality vendor solutions while upholding integrity in source selection, contract formation, and post-award administration. Chartier cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including mid-sized engineering firms, IT service providers, and specialized maintenance contractors. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing technical expertise in systems design, facility maintenance, and data services. Her negotiation approach emphasizes value-based outcomes, performance metrics, and risk mitigation, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in accountability and regulatory adherence. A strong advocate for small business participation, Chartier prioritizes socioeconomic contracting opportunities, with nearly 19% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively promotes competition among small businesses and demonstrates a clear preference for unrestricted acquisitions, reflecting a balanced strategy that leverages both broad market access and targeted small business inclusion. Her contracting patterns reflect a commitment to expanding economic opportunity without compromising acquisition efficiency or mission readiness. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services) and 811219 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair), indicating deep engagement with technical infrastructure and maintenance support. Additional emphasis on NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) underscores her expertise in procuring software solutions and integrated IT systems. Chartier’s domain knowledge spans civil engineering support, facility operations, and digital service delivery, positioning her as a strategic procurement professional in mission-enabling technical acquisitions.