Elizabeth Thorstad

Elizabeth Thorstad serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing and risk-managed contracting. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based procurements in environmental services, logistics, and industrial maintenance, with a strong emphasis on transparency, competition, and regulatory adherence. Thorstad routinely handles task orders, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts, and simplified acquisitions under the micro-purchase and simplified acquisition thresholds. While specific contractor names are not available, Thorstad maintains a robust network of vendor partnerships with firms specializing in hazardous waste management, courier and express delivery, and commercial machinery repair services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, fostering relationships with both established contractors and emerging small businesses. She prioritizes clear performance metrics and post-award oversight to ensure contractor accountability and service quality. Thorstad demonstrates a pronounced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 81.8% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, including those certified under HUBZone, 8(a), and WOSB programs. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a dedication to fostering economic inclusion and expanding the federal contracting base among underserved business communities. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 811219 (Other Personal Services), 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), and 492110 (Couriers and Express Delivery Services), each representing approximately 18.2% of her portfolio. She also regularly procures services under 811310 (Commercial Machinery Repair) and 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection). This specialization reveals deep expertise in environmental compliance, logistics coordination, and industrial maintenance services, positioning her as a key practitioner in mission-critical support contracting.