Gina Romano

Gina Romano serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of professional services acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and advancing mission-critical objectives through strategic contracting. She executes competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, handles source selection evaluations, and negotiates contract terms to achieve optimal value and performance outcomes. Her work supports the agency’s broader mission by securing specialized technical and professional services that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery, with a focus on non-construction, advisory, and technology-enabled solutions. Romano maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, professional service firms, and technology consultants. She routinely engages with contractors specializing in custom software development, advertising campaigns, and IT facilities management, fostering transparent and compliant procurement practices. Her working relationships are characterized by early vendor outreach, clear solicitation language, and consistent post-award performance monitoring to ensure accountability and deliverables alignment. A strong advocate for socioeconomic programs, Romano consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 50% of her awards issued under full and open competition and 40% awarded through 8(a) competed set-asides. An additional 10% of her portfolio is dedicated to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and emerging businesses. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced commitment to both competition and socioeconomic goals, aligning with federal mandates to promote equitable access to government contracts. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), where she acquires consulting, analytical, and technical support services. She also regularly procures advertising services (541810), custom computer programming (541511), and computer facilities management (541513), demonstrating deep expertise in technology-enabled professional services and digital transformation initiatives. Romano’s domain knowledge ensures that acquisitions meet evolving operational needs while adhering to rigorous compliance standards.