Elisha Couch

Elisha Couch serves as a Contract Specialist, providing essential procurement support to ensure the agency's operational requirements are met. In this role, they facilitate the acquisition process, managing the administrative and technical requirements necessary to secure goods and services that align with the agency's mission. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a significant emphasis on small business participation. While a majority of procurements are not set-aside, a substantial portion are designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. Additionally, the office utilizes unrestricted procurements with small business reserves and 8(a) competed vehicles to diversify its vendor base. The procurement focus is heavily weighted toward infrastructure and technical services. Primary areas of expertise include commercial and institutional building construction and other heavy and civil engineering construction. The portfolio also encompasses engineering services, remediation services, and specialized requirements for ship building and repairing.