Debra A. Rivello

Debbie Rivello serves as a key procurement professional responsible for managing acquisitions within the textile and fabricated wire product manufacturing sectors. Her work supports critical supply chain needs through the strategic solicitation of specialized textile goods and engineered wire products, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-driven procurement objectives. She handles a range of contract types, including sealed bids and competitive negotiated procurements, primarily for non-apparel textile mills and related manufacturing outputs, aligning acquisitions with operational requirements across federal programs. Rivello maintains consistent engagement with a focused pool of manufacturers specializing in broadwoven fabrics, miscellaneous textile products, and fabricated wire goods. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she cultivates relationships with both large-capacity producers and niche suppliers capable of meeting precise technical specifications. Her contracting approach emphasizes quality control, delivery reliability, and adherence to federal standards, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance and regulatory compliance. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 40% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 3.6% awarded through 8(a) competed contracts. This demonstrates a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity among certified small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity. The majority of her acquisitions, however, remain open to all competitors, reflecting a balanced approach between socioeconomic goals and operational efficiency. Rivello’s primary focus lies in NAICS 314999 (All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills), which accounts for nearly 90% of her activity, followed by NAICS 313210 (Broadwoven Fabric Mills) and NAICS 332618 (Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing). She procures specialized materials such as industrial textiles, technical fabrics, and custom wire components used in defense, infrastructure, and institutional applications, demonstrating deep expertise in the technical requirements of non-apparel manufacturing sectors.