Erica L Shaw

Erica L. Shaw 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 pivotal 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 services and technical support contracts, with a strong emphasis on research and development, software solutions, and specialized construction-related services. Shaw’s work supports the agency’s broader mission to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions while maintaining rigorous oversight and accountability. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate a balanced engagement with both large and small vendors, fostering a competitive marketplace. She routinely collaborates with firms capable of delivering complex technical services and infrastructure support, maintaining a vendor ecosystem that emphasizes capability, past performance, and regulatory compliance. Her approach reflects a preference for open competition, with a strategic tilt toward small business participation where appropriate. Shaw demonstrates a clear commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for small businesses without relying on more restrictive set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her pattern suggests a preference for broad-based small business inclusion rather than targeted socioeconomic categories, aligning with agency priorities to promote market-wide competition. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 541712 for scientific R&D, 511210 for software publishing, and 238220 for plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors. This diverse technical portfolio indicates expertise in procuring advanced scientific services, digital content and software solutions, and specialized building systems. Shaw’s domain knowledge spans both high-tech R&D environments and physical infrastructure needs, positioning her as a versatile procurement professional capable of managing complex, cross-sector acquisitions.