Jane M. LaBorde

Jane M. LaBorde serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions across federal construction and support services. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with FAR regulations while promoting competition and socioeconomic objectives. Her portfolio primarily includes sealed bidding and negotiated contracts under the construction and professional services categories, with a strong emphasis on full and open competition supplemented by targeted set-asides. She oversees the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with federal priorities and fiscal accountability. LaBorde cultivates relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory compliance. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, her award patterns indicate consistent engagement with small businesses, including those specializing in civil engineering, site preparation, and institutional construction services. She maintains a collaborative contracting approach, encouraging pre-solicitation outreach and industry feedback to refine requirements and enhance market responsiveness. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business participation, with over 41% of her awards designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and nearly half allocated to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She also regularly utilizes Women-Owned Small Business set-asides, reflecting a balanced and intentional approach to socioeconomic contracting. These preferences underscore her dedication to expanding economic opportunity while maintaining rigorous performance standards. LaBorde’s technical expertise centers on NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), and 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), indicating deep familiarity with infrastructure development, site grading, and public works projects. She also procures related professional services such as janitorial support and title settlement services, demonstrating a broad yet focused understanding of construction lifecycle needs. Her domain expertise ensures that acquisition requirements are technically sound, clearly defined, and aligned with mission-critical infrastructure objectives.