Leslie Smith

Leslie Smith serves as a Contract Specialist at the W39L USA Readiness Center under the Department of the Army, where she manages the acquisition of professional, technical, and training services critical to sustaining military readiness. Her portfolio centers on securing expert consulting, engineering, and educational support services that enhance command and control modernization, training infrastructure, and operational planning capabilities. Smith oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and alignment with the agency’s strategic priorities in force preparedness and facility sustainment. She maintains a consistent working relationship with KPH CONSTRUCTION CORP, a key vendor delivering construction-related and facility support services. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in military readiness environments, while also fostering collaborative partnerships with small businesses that bring specialized technical capabilities. Smith prioritizes long-term vendor reliability and performance accountability, ensuring contract outcomes directly support mission-critical readiness objectives. Smith’s contracting approach demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with nearly one-third of awards reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and over one-sixth allocated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While half of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, her deliberate use of set-asides underscores a strong institutional emphasis on expanding opportunities for veteran-owned and small business vendors in defense-related services. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) and 611710 (Educational Support Services), reflecting her specialization in workforce development, leadership training, and instructional support systems. She also frequently procures services under NAICS 541990 and 541618, securing management consulting, operational analysis, and technical advisory services that underpin the Readiness Center’s mission to modernize training ecosystems and optimize logistical infrastructure.