Gwennifer Epps

Gwennifer K. Epps serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements in support of scientific, technical, and laboratory services. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical acquisitions that enable precision testing, analytical instrumentation, and professional technical services. Her procurement portfolio is characterized by a strong emphasis on technical specificity, requiring deep familiarity with laboratory standards, instrument specifications, and service-level requirements. She routinely handles competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, including sealed bidding and negotiated acquisitions, with a focus on delivering high-integrity, mission-supporting solutions. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with manufacturers of analytical laboratory equipment, independent testing laboratories, and professional service providers specializing in scientific and technical consulting. She maintains a vendor ecosystem that includes both large-scale industrial suppliers and agile small businesses capable of meeting stringent technical and compliance benchmarks. Her approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development to ensure accountability and outcomes-driven delivery. Epps demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 91.7% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 8.3% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a measured commitment to socioeconomic goals, prioritizing broad small business eligibility over narrow categories like 8(a) or HUBZone, and fostering competition among diverse small entities capable of delivering specialized technical services. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting expertise in procuring advanced scientific equipment. She also frequently acquires services under NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories) and 541990 (Other Professional Services), indicating a strong technical domain in laboratory operations, calibration services, and specialized scientific consulting. Her work supports mission-critical functions requiring precision, reproducibility, and regulatory alignment.