Katherine M. Discenza

Katherine M Discenza serves as a Contract Officer, where she is responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring procurement activities align with agency missions. In this capacity, she oversees the solicitation and award process for a variety of goods and services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a strong commitment to small business participation. Total Small Business Set-Asides account for the majority of procurement activity at 65.6%, while unrestricted awards represent 31.1%. Additionally, a small percentage of acquisitions are designated as 100% Small Business set-asides on both a general and restricted basis. The procurement focus spans several technical domains, with a notable emphasis on facility maintenance and environmental services. Key areas of specialization include remediation services, landscaping, and general services to buildings and dwellings. The portfolio also encompasses infrastructure and industrial requirements, specifically within water supply and irrigation systems as well as ship building and repairing.