Laureen M Eipp

Laureen M. Eipp serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions within a federal agency focused on infrastructure and civil engineering services. She plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that support national public works initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations under the FAR. Her portfolio primarily consists of construction-related contracts, requiring deep technical understanding of engineering specifications, performance-based requirements, and construction lifecycle management. Eipp oversees the full acquisition cycle—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—ensuring transparency, fairness, and alignment with agency mission objectives. Eipp cultivates strong relationships with a diverse base of contractors specializing in heavy civil construction and site preparation services. While no single vendor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with qualified small businesses and experienced general contractors capable of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and contractor accountability, fostering a collaborative yet rigorous contracting environment that prioritizes quality and compliance. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Eipp demonstrates an exceptional commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 82.8% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her consistent use of set-asides reflects a strategic focus on expanding economic opportunity for small firms, particularly those certified under SBA programs. She rarely utilizes no-set-aside solicitations, underscoring her dedication to leveling the playing field for small and emerging contractors in the federal marketplace. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 237990 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction), where she procures services such as roadways, bridges, dams, and utility infrastructure. Secondary focus areas include commercial building construction and site preparation. Eipp’s technical expertise centers on civil engineering deliverables, requiring precise understanding of geotechnical, structural, and environmental compliance standards, making her a key steward of mission-critical public infrastructure acquisitions.