Jennifer Sokolower

Jennifer Sokolower supports the Contracts and Acquisitions Management unit within the U.S. Department of Education, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that advance federal education policy, regulatory compliance, and institutional capacity. She manages complex acquisitions of professional services critical to modernizing national data systems, supporting evidence-based research, and strengthening infrastructure for federal student aid programs. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical services, systems design, and operational support contracts aligned with the Department’s mission to enhance postsecondary education outcomes through informed procurement decisions. Sokolower maintains a consistent working relationship with LPE-STRATEGIES LLC, a key contractor providing specialized consulting and technical support services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and outcome-driven deliverables, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and mission alignment. While she engages a range of service providers, her pattern of engagement reflects a preference for established firms with demonstrated expertise in education technology and data systems. Her contracting activity is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 90.9% of awards issued under full and open competition, reflecting a focus on technical merit and value over socioeconomic preferences. However, she maintains a measurable commitment to small business participation, with 9.1% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating balanced adherence to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals. Sokolower’s procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting deep engagement in IT modernization, data analytics, and systems integration for education programs. She also regularly procures travel and reservation services under 561599 and electronic computer manufacturing under 334111, underscoring her expertise in supporting both digital infrastructure and operational logistics essential to federal education administration.