LaShonda Keith

LaShonda Keith serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for a diverse portfolio of professional and technical services. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through strategic sourcing. Her acquisitions typically involve information technology services, healthcare support, and management consulting, requiring careful evaluation of technical proposals, contract performance metrics, and socioeconomic compliance. She works closely with program managers and legal advisors to structure solicitations that balance operational needs with regulatory requirements under the FAR. While specific contractor names are not available, LaShonda maintains a consistent pattern of engaging both large prime contractors and small businesses across multiple sectors. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and transparent evaluation criteria, fostering a vendor ecosystem that includes firms capable of delivering complex IT solutions, clinical support services, and administrative consulting. She prioritizes clear performance expectations and post-award oversight to ensure contractor accountability and service quality. LaShonda demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 39% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She rarely utilizes other socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead favoring broad small business eligibility to maximize competition. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses without imposing additional certification barriers, aligning with agency-wide goals to enhance economic inclusion. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), indicating deep expertise in software development, systems integration, and IT support. She also frequently procures services under 621111 (Offices of Physicians), suggesting involvement in healthcare administration and clinical support contracting. Additional focus areas include administrative consulting and environmental services, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to acquiring professional services that support complex operational environments.