Heather E. McBride

Heather E. McBride serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential construction and facility services through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex building construction projects, including commercial and institutional facilities, with a strong emphasis on integrated trades such as roofing, electrical, and flooring systems. McBride cultivates strategic relationships with a diverse base of small business contractors, fostering partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. While specific vendor names are not disclosed, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms holding small business certifications, particularly those specializing in trade-specific construction services. She maintains a collaborative, relationship-driven approach with vendors, ensuring timely contract execution and strong contractor performance outcomes through proactive contract management and clear communication. A staunch advocate for socioeconomic contracting, McBride directs 100% of her acquisitions toward total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses in the federal marketplace. Her consistent use of this set-aside mechanism reflects a deliberate strategy to promote economic inclusion and strengthen the small business industrial base, with no reliance on other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her technical expertise centers on NAICS codes 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 238160 (Roofing Contractors), which together account for nearly 80% of her portfolio. She also regularly procures services under 238210 (Electrical Contractors) and 238330 (Flooring Contractors), indicating deep familiarity with integrated facility construction and renovation projects. McBride’s domain expertise lies in managing multi-trade, mission-critical construction contracts that require precise coordination of subcontractors and adherence to building code and safety standards.