Laberta Marie Smallwood

Laberta C. Smallwood serves as a Procurement Technician responsible for supporting the acquisition lifecycle for professional services contracts, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and promoting equitable small business participation. In this role, she facilitates the planning, solicitation, and administration of procurements aligned with agency mission objectives, focusing on consulting and technical services. Her work is integral to executing efficient, transparent, and compliant acquisitions that support operational readiness and strategic service delivery across mission-critical functions. While specific contractor names are not currently available, Smallwood consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, 8(a) certified firms, and HUBZone-qualified entities. Her procurement patterns reflect a collaborative and inclusive approach, fostering relationships with vendors capable of delivering high-quality administrative and technical consulting services. She works closely with program offices to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and ensure contract performance aligns with federal standards and socioeconomic goals. Smallwood demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 70% of her acquisitions structured as set-asides for small businesses. Her portfolio prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides at 50% and 8(a) Competed contracts at 20%, with an additional 10% designated for HUBZone firms. This consistent emphasis on targeted set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for underserved businesses and promote equitable access to federal contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services) and NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), indicating deep expertise in securing advisory, operational support, and specialized technical services. She routinely procures services related to organizational efficiency, process improvement, program evaluation, and non-clinical technical consulting, positioning her as a key practitioner in the professional services acquisition domain.