Cynthia Gray

Cynthia Gray supports the Program Support Center’s Acquisition Management Service within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, playing a critical role in securing specialized technical and administrative services that underpin the Department of Health and Human Services’ public health infrastructure. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on advanced computing, laboratory support, and management consulting solutions essential to biomedical research and health service delivery. Her work ensures timely procurement of mission-critical capabilities, aligning with strategic priorities to modernize data systems and enhance operational efficiency across federal health programs. Gray maintains established relationships with key contractors including Science Applications International Corporation and SARA Software Systems LLC, reflecting a preference for proven vendors with deep expertise in software development, systems integration, and administrative support services. Her contracting patterns emphasize long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical reliability and compliance with federal acquisition regulations, fostering collaboration with firms capable of delivering complex, mission-aligned solutions under tight operational timelines. Her procurement approach reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 29% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, while the majority of acquisitions remain open to full and open competition. This balanced strategy ensures access to innovative small business capabilities while maintaining flexibility to meet urgent technical demands. She actively leverages socioeconomic programs to expand vendor diversity without compromising mission readiness. Gray’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including software publishing, computer-related services, administrative management consulting, payroll services, and translation and interpretation. Her expertise lies in acquiring custom software solutions, data management tools, and professional services that support the operational backbone of federal health initiatives, particularly in domains requiring high compliance, data integrity, and scalable technical infrastructure.