Claudia Canales

Claudia Canales serves as a Contracting Officer, where she is responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. In this capacity, she plays a critical role in the agency's mission by executing contract actions and overseeing the solicitation and award processes for various agency requirements. The agency demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with a significant portion of its procurement activity directed toward small business set-asides. Specifically, more than half of the agency's contract awards are designated as Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a strategic focus on fostering competition among small business concerns. The procurement landscape under her purview is heavily concentrated in high-level scientific and technical services. The agency's primary focus areas include research and development within the physical, engineering, and life sciences, as well as specialized engineering services. Additionally, the agency procures miscellaneous fabricated metal products, indicating a diverse requirement profile that spans both professional technical services and specialized manufacturing.