Heidi A. Crawley

Heidi A. Crawley serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily includes procurements for pharmaceutical manufacturing, professional scientific services, veterinary care, and analytical laboratory instrumentation, reflecting a technical focus on health and life sciences domains. Crawley routinely handles both sealed bid and negotiated acquisitions, employing appropriate contracting methods based on complexity and market conditions. While specific contractor names are not available, Crawley engages with a diverse range of vendors, including manufacturers of pharmaceutical preparations, specialized scientific service providers, and veterinary service firms. Her contracting patterns suggest a preference for established industry participants with demonstrated technical capability, alongside active engagement with small businesses meeting set-aside criteria. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors through clear solicitation language, responsive source selection processes, and consistent post-award contract management. Crawley demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 30% of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her approach aligns with federal socioeconomic goals, prioritizing small business opportunities while maintaining competition and value. Although no other set-aside categories are prominent in her portfolio, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand market access for qualified small entities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325412 (Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing), followed by 541990 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 541940 (Veterinary Services). She regularly acquires laboratory-grade pharmaceuticals, specialized scientific consulting, and animal health services, indicating deep familiarity with regulated, compliance-driven industries. Her expertise spans technical evaluation of product specifications, supply chain reliability assessments, and quality assurance requirements critical to health and safety outcomes.