Laura E. McGrew

Laura E. McGrew serves as a Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer, responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development and market research through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional, scientific, and technical services, with a strong emphasis on design, environmental, and IT-related contracts. McGrew is known for her methodical approach to solicitation drafting, source selection, and post-award contract management, ensuring alignment with agency priorities and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, McGrew maintains a diverse vendor base, engaging both large-capability firms and small businesses across multiple sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under full and open procedures. She actively fosters partnerships with vendors capable of delivering specialized services in graphic design, hazardous waste management, and computer systems design, ensuring that technical requirements are met with qualified, responsive contractors. McGrew demonstrates a deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 20% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though she does not frequently utilize specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a strong dedication to expanding opportunities for small businesses in federal contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541430 (Graphic Design Services), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), 541990 (Other Professional Services), and 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection). She regularly acquires creative and technical services, including digital media production, IT infrastructure design, and environmental compliance support, demonstrating expertise in both creative and highly regulated technical domains. Her work supports missions requiring precision, innovation, and regulatory adherence.