Leigh Catella

Leigh Catella serves as a Contract Specialist within the GSA/FAS Center for IT Schedule Program, where she plays a pivotal role in executing streamlined procurement of mission-critical information technology services. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of IT schedule contracts, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while facilitating rapid access to pre-vetted, scalable IT solutions for federal agencies. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to modernize federal IT infrastructure by enabling efficient procurement of cloud-enabled platforms, managed networks, and enterprise computing services. Catella routinely handles complex, performance-based acquisitions under Multiple Award Schedules, particularly those involving IT professional services and systems integration. Catella maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including large systems integrators and specialized IT service providers, all of whom are pre-qualified under GSA’s IT Schedule 70 and related IT procurement vehicles. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor accountability, technical compliance, and performance metrics, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in transparency and regulatory rigor. She works closely with contractors to ensure alignment with evolving federal cybersecurity standards and cloud migration requirements, reinforcing trust and consistency across the acquisition ecosystem. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 75% of awards issued under no set-aside conditions, while 25% are competitively awarded to 8(a) certified small businesses. This balance demonstrates a strategic commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising operational efficiency or technical capability. Catella actively promotes small business participation through targeted outreach and fair evaluation criteria, ensuring eligible firms have equitable access to federal IT opportunities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), encompassing managed IT services, cybersecurity support, and systems consulting, with a secondary emphasis on NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting). She specializes in procuring services that enable digital transformation, including cloud migration, network modernization, and IT infrastructure optimization, positioning her at the forefront of federal IT procurement innovation.