Cynthia A. Richardson

Cynthia A. Richardson serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized medical and surgical equipment and supplies. Her role is central to ensuring timely, compliant procurement of mission-critical healthcare products, aligning with federal acquisition regulations and agency operational needs. She handles a diverse portfolio of commercial off-the-shelf and custom-engineered medical devices, typically through sealed bidding and simplified acquisition procedures, with a strong emphasis on technical specifications and regulatory compliance under FAR Part 12 and Part 13. While specific contractor names are not available, Richardson maintains consistent working relationships with manufacturers and distributors specializing in surgical instrumentation, electromedical devices, and health-related consumables. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven quality control systems, ISO certifications, and FDA-regulated manufacturing capabilities. She engages with both large-scale suppliers and small businesses, fostering reliable supply chains through clear performance metrics and contract administration best practices. Richardson’s contracting activity is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 98.7% of awards issued under general competition. However, she demonstrates a measurable commitment to small business participation, consistently allocating approximately 1.3% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate, albeit modest, focus on expanding opportunities for small manufacturers within the medical device sector, without prioritizing other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) and 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), which together account for over 45% of her activity. She also procures electromedical apparatuses and services related to veterinary and miscellaneous health practitioner offices. Her technical expertise centers on clinical-grade devices, sterilization standards, and FDA Class I and II medical equipment, making her a key liaison between operational clinicians and regulated medical suppliers.