Deana Long

Deana Long serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional, scientific, and technical services, with a strong emphasis on healthcare-related and environmental support contracts. She works closely with program stakeholders to define scope, evaluate technical proposals, and negotiate terms that align with agency needs and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Deana routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, professional service firms, and specialized service providers across healthcare and public infrastructure sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, performance-based agreements that prioritize quality, compliance, and accountability. She fosters long-term vendor relationships built on transparency and adherence to solicitation requirements, ensuring fair and open competition while maintaining rigorous oversight. Deana demonstrates a robust commitment to small business participation, with over 56% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This consistent focus underscores her dedication to socioeconomic contracting goals, ensuring opportunities for small businesses to compete for federal work. Her approach prioritizes inclusive sourcing strategies that align with broader agency mandates to expand economic participation, particularly among firms eligible for general small business set-asides. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 621111 (Offices of Physicians) and 621511 (Medical Laboratories), indicating deep expertise in healthcare services procurement. She also regularly manages contracts under 562111 (Solid Waste Collection) and 561710 (Exterminating and Pest Control Services), reflecting a unique blend of public health and environmental support acquisitions. Her technical domain expertise spans clinical services, laboratory testing, and operational support services, making her a key resource for complex, regulated procurements requiring specialized compliance knowledge.