Delores J Carter

Delores J. Carter serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in advancing her agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), while promoting efficiency, transparency, and fair competition. Her portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on administrative support, human resources consulting, and ambulatory health care services, reflecting her expertise in complex service-based procurements requiring nuanced evaluation criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with small businesses and service providers specializing in office administration and workforce support functions. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in clear performance expectations and regulatory adherence, often working with firms that have demonstrated past performance in delivering scalable, compliant support services across federal environments. Delores demonstrates a pronounced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 72.7% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, or economically disadvantaged individuals, without relying on other set-aside programs such as 8(a) or HUBZone. Her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a dedication to broadening market access and fostering economic resilience within the federal contracting community. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561110 (Office Administrative Services), which accounts for over half of her activity, followed by NAICS 541612 (Human Resources Consulting Services), NAICS 621999 (Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services), and NAICS 561320 (Temporary Help Services). This specialization reveals deep expertise in procuring non-clinical support functions critical to federal operational readiness, including staffing solutions, HR advisory services, and administrative infrastructure support.