Dolores M. Bowerman

Dolores M. Bowerman serves as a Contract Specialist within Federal Prison Industries (Unicor), a U.S. Department of Justice entity dedicated to providing vocational training and meaningful employment to incarcerated individuals through the production of goods and services for federal agencies. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration, ensuring compliance with FAR and agency-specific regulations. Her acquisitions primarily support the manufacturing and logistical needs of Unicor’s industrial operations, aligning with the agency’s mission of rehabilitation through industry and cost-effective federal sourcing. Bowerman maintains established relationships with a core group of contractors, including VETERANS RANGE SOLUTIONS, LLC, KRUEGER INTERNATIONAL, INC., VETERANS ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, LLC, BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND, and NIGHTINGALE CORP. These partnerships reflect a preference for organizations with mission-aligned values—particularly those serving veteran, disabled, or socially disadvantaged communities. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, quality assurance, and adherence to social responsibility objectives embedded in Unicor’s operational framework. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and the other half open to all competitors. This pattern demonstrates a deliberate effort to foster small business participation without compromising operational efficiency or mission readiness. She consistently prioritizes contracting opportunities for small businesses, including those certified under HUBZone, SDVOSB, and 8(a) programs, reinforcing Unicor’s broader commitment to inclusive economic opportunity. Bowerman’s technical expertise centers on manufacturing and textile-related NAICS categories, with a primary focus on 339993 (Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing) and 313220 (Narrow Fabric Mills and Schiffli Machine Embroidery). She routinely procures specialized industrial components, textile products, and related support services critical to federal supply chains, demonstrating deep familiarity with precision manufacturing processes and quality control standards in regulated production environments.