Elida Monroe

Elida Monroe serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of professional and healthcare-related services within a federal agency focused on public health and human services. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-aligned outcomes. Her portfolio primarily includes services supporting clinical care delivery, behavioral health, and allied health professions, reflecting a strong emphasis on direct beneficiary support and community-based service delivery. Monroe cultivates strategic relationships with a diverse array of vendors, including small businesses, specialized healthcare service providers, and professional service firms with expertise in clinical operations and patient support systems. She frequently collaborates with firms holding socioeconomic certifications, fostering partnerships that align with federal goals for equitable access and inclusive economic growth. Her contracting approach emphasizes transparency, competition, and long-term vendor performance, ensuring accountability while maintaining flexibility to meet evolving program needs. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Monroe consistently prioritizes set-aside opportunities, with nearly 55% of her awards directed toward small business and culturally specific socioeconomic categories. Her procurement patterns show a pronounced preference for Total Small Business Set-Asides and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-asides, reflecting deep alignment with tribal health and economic development mandates. She also actively promotes Women-Owned Small Business participation and applies Buy Indian authorities where applicable, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of statutory preferences tied to tribal sovereignty and health equity. Her technical expertise centers on NAICS codes related to outpatient healthcare services, including dental practices, multidisciplinary therapy clinics, and individual and family support services. She specializes in procuring clinical staffing, behavioral health interventions, and professional consulting services for health systems, with additional focus on general professional, scientific, and technical services that underpin public health infrastructure. Monroe’s work ensures that essential community health services are delivered efficiently, equitably, and in full compliance with federal acquisition standards.