Elia-Laritza L Ruiz-Manzo (CS)

Elia-Laritza L Ruiz-Manzo serves as a Contract Specialist, acting as a primary point of contact for procurement activities. In this role, they are responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring that procurement actions align with the agency's mission and regulatory requirements. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a very strong emphasis on supporting service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, which account for the vast majority of procurement activity. Other socioeconomic preferences include total small business set-asides and veteran set-asides, indicating a consistent commitment to small business participation. The primary industry focus for these acquisitions is centered on construction and facility maintenance. The highest concentration of activity is within commercial and institutional building construction, complemented by specialized requirements for plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, and electrical contracting. Additional procurement activity includes painting, wall covering, and professional engineering services.