Heather J McCombs

Heather J. McCombs serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial services and equipment leasing, with a focus on supporting operational readiness through non-defense, mission-enabling contracts. McCombs routinely handles simplified acquisitions under the micro-purchase and simplified acquisition thresholds, as well as negotiated procurements requiring competitive bidding under FAR Part 15. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a broad base of commercial vendors, particularly in the business services and equipment leasing sectors. She fosters relationships with both large-capability providers and small businesses, emphasizing fair competition and responsive vendor performance. Her working style reflects a collaborative approach, often coordinating with program offices to align contractual deliverables with operational needs while maintaining rigorous adherence to acquisition policy. McCombs demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 84.6% of her awards issued without set-aside designation. However, she actively supports small business participation, consistently allocating 15.4% of her contracting activity to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity among small businesses without targeting specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532420), Hotels and Motels (721110), and Administrative Management Consulting Services (541611), indicating expertise in procuring commercial facility support, temporary equipment solutions, and operational advisory services. She regularly sources non-specialized, broadly available commercial items and services, demonstrating proficiency in leveraging the commercial marketplace to meet agency needs efficiently and cost-effectively.