Debbie J. Smith

Debbie J. Smith serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential industrial supplies and specialized manufacturing products. Her portfolio primarily encompasses procurement actions for adhesive and coating products, with additional focus on mining machinery and power-driven handtools. Smith ensures acquisitions are conducted transparently, competitively, and in alignment with statutory requirements, often coordinating with technical evaluators and program managers to define precise performance requirements and evaluation criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, Smith maintains relationships with a broad base of industrial manufacturers and suppliers capable of meeting stringent quality and regulatory standards for chemical and mechanical products. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the vast majority of actions conducted under full and open procedures. She engages with vendors ranging from large-scale industrial producers to small businesses capable of niche production, fostering a competitive environment that prioritizes technical capability and compliance over sole-source reliance. Smith’s set-aside preferences are overwhelmingly oriented toward non-set-aside acquisitions, with only 4% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a strategic emphasis on broad market competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her approach prioritizes capability and cost-effectiveness while still maintaining statutory obligations to consider small business participation where feasible. Her procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 325520 (Adhesive Manufacturing) and 325510 (Paint and Coating Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in chemical formulation, industrial bonding systems, and protective coatings. She also manages acquisitions for specialized machinery under NAICS 333131 and 333991, demonstrating technical fluency in mechanical systems used in heavy industry. Smith’s domain knowledge enables her to draft precise statements of work and evaluate technical proposals with precision, ensuring acquired goods meet operational and safety standards.