Kristina DeGroat

Kristina DeGroat serves as a primary point of contact for procurement activities, managing acquisitions and overseeing the contractual requirements necessary to support the agency's operational mission. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns indicate a balanced approach between unrestricted and targeted competitions. Approximately half of the acquisitions are categorized as No Set-Aside, while a significant portion of the remaining activity is directed toward 8(a) competed contracts and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. The technical focus of these acquisitions is heavily centered on construction and infrastructure. Primary industry specializations include commercial and institutional building construction, heavy and civil engineering, and the installation of water and sewer line structures. Additionally, procurement activity extends to facilities support services and the rental and leasing of commercial and industrial machinery and equipment.