Clarelle Sylvain

Clarelle Sylvain serves as a Contracting Officer, managing the acquisition process and overseeing the procurement of essential services and infrastructure projects. In this role, Sylvain is responsible for ensuring that procurement activities align with agency requirements and federal regulations, handling a diverse range of acquisitions to support the organization's operational mission. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a significant commitment to small business participation. While a majority of awards are unrestricted, there is a strong emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, which represent a substantial portion of the procurement activity. Additionally, the office utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides, Local Area Set-Asides, and sole source awards to verified SDVOSBs under FAR 6.302-5 and VAAR 819.7008. The primary industry focus is centered on heavy construction and facility maintenance. Procurement activity is most concentrated in Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction and Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. Further technical expertise is demonstrated in the procurement of water and sewer line construction, hazardous waste collection, and general services for buildings and dwellings.