Latosha Frink

Latosha Frink serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions across technical and scientific service domains. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through strategic sourcing. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services related to testing laboratories and physical sciences research and development, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous evaluation of contractor capabilities. She plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategy with agency priorities, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of high-value scientific and analytical services. While specific contractor names are not available, Latosha Frink maintains a balanced procurement approach that engages both large prime contractors and small business vendors, fostering competitive environments that promote innovation and performance. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for transparent, open competition, with equal emphasis on full and open procurements and set-aside opportunities. She actively cultivates relationships with vendors possessing specialized technical expertise in laboratory testing, data analysis, and engineering R&D, ensuring the government accesses cutting-edge capabilities through well-structured contract vehicles. Latosha demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with an equal split between total small business set-asides and non-set-aside acquisitions. Her consistent use of FAR 19.5 total small business set-asides underscores her dedication to expanding market access for small businesses, particularly those certified under the Small Business Administration’s programs. She prioritizes equitable competition and actively promotes small business participation without compromising technical rigor or mission outcomes. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services) and 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, except Biotechnology). She routinely procures analytical testing, experimental design, materials characterization, and scientific research services, requiring contractors with accredited laboratories, certified methodologies, and proven expertise in engineering and life sciences domains. Her technical acumen ensures that acquisitions meet stringent quality and compliance standards.