Iva W Capps

Iva W. Capps serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by executing transparent, competitive procurements that align with statutory mandates and strategic objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts, with a strong emphasis on training, transportation regulation, and specialized technical support. Capps routinely handles simplified acquisitions, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles, and task order competitions, demonstrating proficiency in both commercial and non-commercial contracting methods. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Capps maintains a procurement environment that fosters competition across diverse vendor categories, with consistent engagement with small businesses and specialized service providers. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to vendor partnerships, prioritizing responsiveness, past performance, and socioeconomic qualifications in source selection. She actively collaborates with industry stakeholders to ensure market research is thorough and requirements are clearly defined to attract qualified bidders. Capps demonstrates a clear preference for small business participation, with nearly 43% of her acquisitions designated for small business set-asides. Of these, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides represent the largest socioeconomic category at 28.6%, followed by Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 at 14.3%. Her consistent use of these authorities reflects a deliberate commitment to advancing veteran-owned and small business economic opportunities in federal contracting. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs (926120), and Other Similar Organizations (813990), with notable activity in Ammunition Manufacturing (332993) and Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation (485999). This diverse technical portfolio underscores her expertise in procuring specialized training services, regulatory oversight support, and niche manufacturing and transportation solutions for mission-critical government operations.