Debra L Mulhollen

Debra L. Mulhollen serves as a Contract Specialist (Contractor), providing critical procurement expertise to support federal acquisition missions involving complex technical systems and precision manufacturing. She manages the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and agency acquisition policies. Her work centers on high-precision instrumentation and control systems, where technical accuracy and supply chain reliability are paramount. Mulhollen’s acquisitions typically involve capital equipment, sensing technologies, and fluid control components, requiring deep domain knowledge to evaluate technical proposals and assess vendor capability. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with manufacturers specializing in aerospace-grade instrumentation, fluid power systems, and measurement devices. She cultivates partnerships with both large-tier suppliers and small businesses capable of meeting stringent performance and quality standards. Her working relationships emphasize technical alignment, past performance validation, and adherence to delivery timelines, fostering a vendor ecosystem that balances innovation with regulatory compliance. Mulhollen demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 73% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, consistently allocating nearly 25% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She also regularly includes Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and HUBZone set-asides, reflecting a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and broadening the supplier base among qualified niche manufacturers. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), 334514 (fluid metering and counting devices), and 332912 (fluid power valves and fittings), indicating deep expertise in industrial sensing, flow control, and precision instrumentation. She frequently acquires devices used in aerospace, defense, and industrial automation applications, requiring knowledge of calibration standards, environmental ruggedization, and compliance with military and industry specifications such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.