Laura Cherryholmes

Laura B. Cherryholmes serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements in manufacturing, technical services, and infrastructure support, with a focus on ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities while maintaining rigorous standards for fairness and accountability. While specific contractor names are not available, Laura cultivates relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including large primes, mid-tier suppliers, and small businesses, fostering a competitive marketplace. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of acquisitions conducted under full and open procedures. She actively engages with industry through pre-solicitation outreach and market surveys to ensure requirements are well-defined and achievable, promoting efficient contract performance and vendor responsiveness. Laura demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 16.8% of her acquisitions set aside for total small businesses under FAR 19.5 and a modest but intentional allocation of 1.0% to HUBZone firms. Her set-aside preferences reflect a balanced approach—prioritizing broad competition while strategically leveraging socioeconomic programs to expand opportunities for qualified small businesses, particularly those with specialized technical capabilities. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), indicating expertise in automotive component supply chains, followed by specialized acquisitions in electronic assembly (334418), plumbing and HVAC systems (238220), and professional training services (611430). This diverse technical portfolio underscores her ability to manage high-complexity procurements across engineering, manufacturing, and workforce development domains, making her a key contributor to mission-ready procurement outcomes.