Dolores M. Bowerman

Dolores M. Bowerman serves as a Contracting Officer for 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 for federal agencies. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from solicitation and evaluation to award and contract administration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and Unicor’s mission-driven objectives. Her acquisitions primarily support the manufacturing of textiles, fasteners, and related industrial components, aligning with the agency’s goal of fostering inmate workforce readiness while delivering cost-effective solutions to federal customers. Bowerman maintains consistent contracting relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, 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 strategic alignment with mission-aligned organizations that share Unicor’s commitment to employment opportunities for underserved populations, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term collaboration, quality assurance, and adherence to socially responsible sourcing standards. She demonstrates a 100% commitment to small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, ensuring all procurements are reserved exclusively for small businesses. This unwavering focus underscores her dedication to socioeconomic equity and the expansion of opportunities for small, disadvantaged, and veteran-owned enterprises within the federal supply chain. Bowerman’s technical expertise centers on NAICS 313110 (Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills), 313240 (Knit Fabric Mills), and 339993 (Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing), reflecting her specialization in textile production and precision hardware components. She routinely oversees the procurement of uniforms, bedding, sewing supplies, and industrial fasteners—critical items supporting federal operations while advancing Unicor’s rehabilitative mission through skilled manufacturing.