Jane M. LaBorde

Jane M. LaBorde serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of non-construction and real estate-related acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing. Her work encompasses the full lifecycle of contract award and administration, from solicitation development to contract closeout, with a focus on professional, scientific, and technical services as well as real property leasing and site preparation. She plays a critical role in translating agency needs into legally sound, competitively awarded contracts that promote efficiency, accountability, and value. While specific contractor names are not available, LaBorde maintains a balanced procurement approach, engaging both large and small businesses across multiple sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitations. She routinely collaborates with firms specializing in real estate services, title and settlement operations, and site development, fostering partnerships grounded in performance-based requirements and clear deliverables. LaBorde demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly one-third of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 5.6% awarded through 8(a) competed contracts. Her socioeconomic contracting strategy prioritizes meaningful opportunities for small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity, aligning with federal goals to increase small business access to government contracts. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 531120 (Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings), 238910 (Site Preparation Contractors), and 541191 (Title Abstract and Settlement Offices), reflecting deep expertise in real estate services, land development, and professional support functions. She regularly procures leasing arrangements, land clearing and grading services, and title examination and closing services, demonstrating specialized knowledge in real property management and transactional support systems.