Kathy D. Elliott

Kathy D. Elliott serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. Her role is central to ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices within her organization. She routinely handles complex service-based and technical acquisitions, particularly in scientific, laboratory, and professional services domains, with a focus on delivering mission-critical capabilities while maintaining rigorous oversight and risk mitigation. While specific contractor names are not available, Elliott’s procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small businesses, particularly in specialized technical fields. Her working relationships emphasize performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and structured post-award management to ensure deliverables align with agency objectives. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in accountability, timely communication, and adherence to contractual obligations. Elliott demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 91.8% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, consistently awarding approximately 8.2% of contracts under Total Small Business Set-Asides per FAR 19.5. Her approach reflects a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for small businesses, though she does not appear to prioritize specific socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB at elevated rates. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 811219 (Other Personal Service Activities), with significant activity also in 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services). These reflect expertise in procuring advanced instrumentation, laboratory support services, and specialized technical consulting, indicating a technical domain centered on scientific research, analytical testing, and professional services supporting public sector missions.