Deborah C. Sanders

Deborah C. Sanders serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions in the commercial and institutional building construction sector. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency objectives through transparent, competitive, and efficient contracting processes. Her portfolio centers exclusively on NAICS 236220, encompassing new construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects for government facilities. She exercises full contracting authority from solicitation through award and closeout, applying sound risk management and contract administration practices to deliver mission-critical built environments. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a broad spectrum of construction firms, including small businesses and general contractors capable of delivering complex commercial and institutional projects. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting, clear scope definition, and rigorous quality assurance protocols. Her approach emphasizes accountability, timely delivery, and adherence to safety and sustainability standards in construction execution. Deborah demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, allocating 50% of her acquisitions to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), reflecting a deliberate strategy to support veteran entrepreneurship. The remaining 50% are awarded under no set-aside conditions, allowing for open competition while maintaining fairness and market responsiveness. This balanced approach underscores her dedication to both statutory small business goals and the broader imperative of achieving optimal value through competitive procurement. Her technical expertise is narrowly focused on NAICS 236220, where she specializes in procuring design-build, fixed-price, and cost-reimbursement contracts for office buildings, public institutions, and multi-use facilities. She possesses deep familiarity with construction specifications, building codes, and performance metrics relevant to federal facility development, ensuring that all acquisitions meet rigorous standards for durability, accessibility, and operational readiness.