Letitia DuPree

Letitia C. DuPree serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement analysis and market research through solicitation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, including the FAR and agency-specific policies, while supporting mission-critical operational needs through timely and efficient contracting solutions. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based acquisitions in office equipment leasing and event logistics, requiring a nuanced understanding of performance-based contracting and indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms. DuPree cultivates relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including commercial lessors of office machinery and trade show production firms, ensuring competitive bidding and fair opportunity practices. While no single contractor dominates her award history, she consistently engages both large commercial providers and small businesses, emphasizing transparency, open competition, and adherence to acquisition best practices. Her working relationships are characterized by collaborative pre-solicitation outreach and clear communication of evaluation criteria to promote equitable participation. Her contracting approach reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, indicating a strategic focus on market-wide competition rather than socioeconomic preferences. This pattern suggests a deliberate alignment with agency priorities that prioritize cost-effectiveness and broad vendor access over targeted socioeconomic programs, though she remains fully compliant with all small business participation requirements. DuPree’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 532420 (Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing) and 561920 (Convention and Trade Show Organizers). She specializes in securing leasing arrangements for copiers, printers, and audiovisual equipment, as well as comprehensive event management services for federal conferences and public engagements. Her technical expertise includes evaluating service level agreements, maintenance provisions, and logistics coordination, making her a key resource in non-traditional, service-oriented contracting domains.