Kathleen E. Giuliano

Kathleen E. Giuliano serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts requiring technical expertise in facilities support and scientific research, reflecting a strategic alignment with agency operational needs. She routinely handles competitive procurements under both full and open competition and set-aside mechanisms, ensuring transparency, fairness, and regulatory adherence throughout the acquisition process. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses and specialized service providers in facilities management and scientific R&D. She fosters collaborative relationships with contractors who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and compliance with socioeconomic requirements, encouraging innovation and reliable service delivery across complex operational environments. Kathleen demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 66.7% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses, promoting economic inclusion and enhancing competition. Her contracting patterns show minimal use of no-set-aside procurements, underscoring her focus on socioeconomic goals and her active role in implementing federal small business policy. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561210 (Facilities Support Services) and NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, except Biotechnology). She regularly acquires services such as facility operations, maintenance, logistics support, and scientific research assistance, requiring deep domain knowledge in engineering, environmental services, and laboratory support functions. Her expertise ensures that technical requirements are clearly defined and competitively sourced to meet mission-critical needs.