Claudia G. Melgar

Claudia G. Melgar serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. Her work supports the agency’s mission to procure critical information technology and professional services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations under the FAR. She routinely handles complex service-based contracts, particularly in the IT and systems engineering domains, coordinating closely with program offices to align acquisition strategies with operational needs and fiscal constraints. Melgar cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier IT service providers, and specialized technology contractors. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong emphasis on fostering competition and ensuring equitable access to federal opportunities, particularly for socioeconomic categories. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms capable of delivering computer systems design, facilities management, and technical support services under performance-based contract structures. A significant portion of her acquisitions prioritize small business participation, with HUBZone set-asides accounting for 35.3% of her awards and total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 representing 11.8%. This reflects a deliberate commitment to advancing economic opportunity in underserved communities, alongside a balanced approach that includes non-set-aside procurements when full and open competition best serves mission objectives. Her technical expertise centers on NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services), reflecting a deep specialization in IT infrastructure, managed services, and systems integration. She also procures related services under 541519 and 541990, supporting mission-critical functions in telecommunications and professional technical consulting. Her domain knowledge spans cloud-enabled environments, network operations, and compliance-driven IT modernization initiatives.