Diane E Jeffers

Diane E. Jeffers serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized goods and services to support operational needs within her organization. She plays a critical role in executing procurement activities in full compliance with federal acquisition regulations, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of mission-critical supplies. Her portfolio includes technical, scientific, and support services, with a strong emphasis on procuring analytical instrumentation, custom software development, and laboratory testing solutions. Jeffers works closely with internal stakeholders to define requirements, develop solicitation documents, and evaluate vendor proposals using merit-based selection criteria. While specific contractor names are not available, Jeffers maintains a consistent procurement pattern that balances large-capability vendors with small business partners. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding and vendor diversity, fostering relationships with firms capable of delivering high-precision equipment and specialized technical services. She prioritizes responsiveness, technical compliance, and past performance in vendor evaluations, ensuring that acquisitions meet stringent quality and regulatory standards. Jeffers demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses without relying on targeted socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her set-aside preferences indicate a preference for broad-based small business inclusion over niche certifications, aligning with agency goals to promote economic growth through inclusive contracting. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), where she sources precision equipment for research and compliance testing. She also regularly acquires Custom Computer Programming Services (541511) and Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), indicating expertise in technology-driven scientific operations. Additional activity in NAICS 811219 (Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance) and 112990 (All Other Animal Production) suggests a diverse operational footprint requiring specialized, niche procurement solutions.