Elizabeth Myers

Elizabeth Myers supports the Forensic Sciences unit within the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Office of Forensic Sciences (15DDSS) as a key procurement professional responsible for acquiring critical laboratory instrumentation and analytical support services. She plays a central role in advancing the agency’s mission of scientific integrity by ensuring timely delivery of precision equipment and hazardous material management solutions essential to forensic drug analysis. Her acquisitions primarily involve high-specification analytical instruments, software platforms for data interpretation, and specialized services for chemical residue handling and disposal, all aligned with federal forensic standards and safety protocols. Myers maintains a consistent working relationship with Government Scientific Source Inc., a trusted vendor providing certified laboratory equipment and technical support services. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, compliance, and technical compatibility, often engaging vendors with proven expertise in forensic-grade instrumentation and NIST-traceable calibration services. She collaborates closely with laboratory scientists to translate technical requirements into enforceable contract specifications, ensuring equipment meets stringent forensic accreditation benchmarks. Her contracting portfolio reflects an equal split between small business set-asides and open competitions, demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals under FAR 19.5. While she actively encourages participation from small businesses, she does not prioritize specific categories like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on capability and compliance. This approach ensures competitive fairness while maintaining access to specialized technical resources. Myers primarily procures under NAICS 423430 for computer and peripheral equipment and NAICS 541519 for other computer-related services, reflecting her focus on laboratory automation systems, data management software, and analytical platform integration. Her domain expertise lies in forensic chemistry and digital evidence systems, where she ensures all acquired technologies support chain-of-custody integrity, auditability, and interoperability with federal forensic databases.