Claire Switzer

Claire Switzer serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, including the FAR and agency-specific policies, while advancing mission-critical objectives through efficient and transparent contracting practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical and support services, with a focus on communications equipment, educational infrastructure, and specialized facility components. Claire works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align procurement strategies with operational needs, ensuring that acquisitions deliver both value and mission readiness. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Claire routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including manufacturers, systems integrators, and service providers across multiple industrial sectors. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in compliance and reliability. She maintains a vendor-neutral posture, prioritizing fair and open competition while ensuring all proposals meet stringent technical and regulatory standards. Claire’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for unrestricted acquisitions, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a focus on maximizing competition and selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, rather than targeting specific small business programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her approach prioritizes technical merit and cost-effectiveness over socioeconomic set-asides, aligning with agency needs that require specialized capabilities not always available within small business pools. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 334220 for radio and television broadcasting equipment, 517919 for other telecommunications services, 611710 for educational support, and 332311 for prefabricated metal buildings. These reflect expertise in procuring technical hardware, communication systems, educational infrastructure, and modular construction components. Claire brings specialized knowledge in complex technical procurement domains, particularly where engineering specifications, compliance with FCC or NIST standards, and supply chain integrity are paramount.