Dana M. Kavitski

Dana M. Kavitski serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of professional, scientific, and technical service acquisitions. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning contract actions with agency mission objectives. Her portfolio centers on research and development initiatives, technical consulting, and specialized scientific services, often requiring complex statement of work development, source selection, and performance monitoring. Kavitski works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to translate mission needs into solicitation requirements that attract qualified, capable vendors. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in current data, Kavitski’s procurement patterns indicate a focus on engaging a diverse pool of professional service providers, including firms with expertise in physical sciences, engineering, and biotechnology. She typically works with both large prime contractors and small businesses capable of delivering high-complexity R&D services under fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types. Her approach emphasizes competitive sourcing, clear performance metrics, and risk mitigation in technically demanding environments. Kavitski’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, though she remains compliant with all small business participation goals. Her approach prioritizes technical merit and capability over socioeconomic preferences, consistent with mission-critical procurement needs in specialized technical domains. Her primary NAICS focus includes 541712 and 541714, reflecting deep expertise in procuring physical science, engineering, and biotechnology R&D services. She also regularly acquires services under 541990 for broader scientific consulting and 325414 for biological product manufacturing. Her technical domain expertise spans laboratory research, process development, and scientific instrumentation, making her a key resource for mission-driven science and technology acquisitions.