Lauren Weitzel

Lauren Weitzel serves as a primary procurement contact, managing acquisitions and overseeing the contractual requirements necessary to support the agency's operational mission. Regarding set-aside preferences, the agency demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 40% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. While the majority of procurements are conducted through full and open competition, there is a targeted utilization of 8(a) competed awards and small business reserves. The agency's procurement activity is heavily concentrated in professional, scientific, and technical services. The primary focus areas include administrative management and general management consulting, testing laboratories and services, and research and development within the social sciences and humanities. Additionally, the agency procures professional and management development training and various other specialized technical services.