Donna Perry-Lalley

Donna W. Perry-Lalley serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional, scientific, and technical services, with a focus on consulting, systems design, and research and development engagements. Perry-Lalley’s work supports the agency’s strategic goals by delivering high-value, performance-based contracts that align with evolving operational needs and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect a balanced engagement with both large-capability firms and small business concerns, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs. She consistently fosters competitive environments that encourage innovation and vendor diversity, leveraging full and open competition while strategically applying set-asides to promote equitable access. Her approach emphasizes clear solicitation language, rigorous evaluation criteria, and post-award performance oversight to ensure accountability and mission success. Perry-Lalley demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 38% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 19.1% under Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and 14.3% under 8(a) competed contracts. She also supports Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses through targeted set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for underserved veteran-owned enterprises. Her contracting patterns align with federal socioeconomic goals, balancing competition with inclusive procurement practices. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), 541611 (Management Consulting), and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), with additional emphasis on custom programming (541511) and non-biotech R&D (541715). She routinely procures technical services including systems architecture, process optimization, data analytics, and applied research solutions, demonstrating deep familiarity with the professional services market and the technical demands of modern federal operations.