Deborah Blyveis

Deborah J. Blyveis serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in advancing the agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting fair and open competition. Her portfolio primarily consists of research and development (R&D) contracts under NAICS 541715, focusing on scientific, engineering, and life sciences innovation. She routinely interfaces with technical stakeholders to translate complex requirements into enforceable contract terms and ensures alignment with federal procurement policy and performance metrics. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate a balanced approach to vendor engagement, supporting both large industry players and small businesses through competitive solicitation strategies. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical expertise in experimental research, data analysis, and applied scientific services, often leveraging best-value tradeoff evaluations to select proposers with proven capabilities and sound project management practices. Deborah maintains a strong commitment to small business participation, with 30% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses in the R&D sector, though the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, consistent with a 70% non-set-aside preference. Her approach supports socioeconomic goals without compromising technical rigor or mission needs. Her primary industry focus is on NAICS 541715, encompassing physical, engineering, and life sciences R&D services. She procures specialized technical services such as laboratory testing, computational modeling, prototype development, and scientific consulting, requiring deep domain expertise in research methodologies and regulatory compliance. Her work supports innovation-driven missions in areas like environmental science, materials engineering, and biomedical research.