Latrina Baker

Latrina Baker serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by delivering high-quality technical services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio is exclusively focused on professional services, particularly in the domain of computer systems design, where she leverages best practices in performance-based contracting and statement of work development to meet evolving mission needs. While specific contractor names are not available, Latrina maintains a vendor ecosystem characterized by broad competition, with a consistent emphasis on engaging qualified small businesses. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between open competition and targeted set-asides, fostering an inclusive marketplace where small businesses have meaningful access to federal opportunities. She works closely with vendors to ensure contractual clarity, performance accountability, and timely delivery of mission-critical systems design services. Latrina demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to promote small business participation without relying on specialized programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her approach prioritizes broad-based small business engagement, aligning with agency goals to expand economic opportunity while maintaining competitive rigor. Her procurement focus is entirely concentrated on NAICS 541512, Computer Systems Design Services, indicating deep expertise in procuring IT architecture, software development, systems integration, and technical consulting services. She specializes in acquiring complex, outcome-driven solutions that support digital transformation, infrastructure modernization, and data-driven decision-making across federal operations.