Leslie Prather

Leslie Prather serves as a Contract Specialist, managing the acquisition process and procurement lifecycle to support the agency's mission. In this role, they are responsible for executing contracting actions and ensuring that the procurement of goods and services meets regulatory requirements and operational needs. Leslie demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with a significant preference for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. Procurement patterns indicate a heavy emphasis on socioeconomic goals, frequently utilizing SDVOSB set-asides and occasionally employing partial set-aside structures to balance small business participation with unrestricted competition. The individual's procurement focus is centered on the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) sector. Their primary technical expertise involves the acquisition of commercial and institutional building construction services, engineering services, and the installation of building equipment. Additionally, their portfolio includes specialized requirements for architectural services and industrial building construction.