Jean L. Mann

Jean L. Mann serves as a key procurement lead within the Office of the Secretary at the Department of Commerce’s SSSPO, supporting the agency’s mission to advance data-driven governance and modernize federal commerce operations through expert professional services. She manages a diverse portfolio of acquisitions focused on technology-enabled policy analysis, digital infrastructure modernization, and public engagement tools, with a strong emphasis on market research and public opinion polling services. Her work ensures that high-impact federal initiatives are informed by actionable insights and robust analytical capabilities, aligning contracting decisions with strategic policy objectives. Mann maintains a consistent working relationship with CACI, INC. - FEDERAL, a primary contractor providing advanced analytical, technical, and operational support across multiple contract vehicles. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established federal contractors with proven expertise in complex, mission-critical services, while also maintaining a balanced approach to vendor diversity. She engages with vendors through competitive, full-and-open solicitations and frequently utilizes Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) mechanisms to accelerate delivery of specialized capabilities. Her contracting portfolio reflects a strong orientation toward full-and-open competition, with 87.5% of awards issued without set-asides. However, she consistently allocates 12.5% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured commitment to small business participation without compromising mission requirements. This pattern underscores a strategic balance between operational efficiency and socioeconomic goals. Mann’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), reflecting deep engagement with data analytics platforms, survey systems, and custom software solutions. She also procures human resources consulting services (541612) and specialized instrumentation (334515), indicating expertise in both digital infrastructure and technical measurement systems critical to economic policy formulation.