Cindy L Keim

Cindy L. Keim serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of federal acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and source selection to award and administration—primarily supporting operational and maintenance needs across commercial, industrial, and technical service domains. Her work is central to delivering efficient, transparent, and compliant contracting outcomes that align with agency priorities, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and socioeconomic goals. Keim cultivates relationships with a broad base of vendors, including small businesses, specialty contractors, and established service providers, particularly in facilities support, machinery repair, and security systems. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services and maintenance solutions. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering a collaborative yet rigorous procurement environment. Her set-aside preferences reflect a robust commitment to small business inclusion, with nearly 51% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides and prioritizes 8(a) competed contracts, while also regularly awarding to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. This pattern underscores a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity and ensure equitable access to federal contracting opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs. Keim’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 811310 (commercial and industrial machinery repair), NAICS 541712 (physical and engineering research and development), and NAICS 561210 (facilities support services). She routinely acquires maintenance, technical consulting, and operational support services, demonstrating deep familiarity with industrial systems, scientific R&D environments, and facility management requirements. Her expertise lies in bridging technical specifications with regulatory compliance to deliver mission-ready solutions through responsive, well-structured contracts.