Linda K. Marquette

Linda K. Marquette serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices aligned with agency mission objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, technical support, and specialized manufacturing contracts, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and socioeconomic contracting goals. While specific contractor names are not available, Marquette consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and other certified socioeconomic entities. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based outcomes and clear statement of work definitions. She prioritizes fair competition and transparent evaluation criteria to foster an inclusive marketplace. Marquette demonstrates a robust commitment to small business contracting, with 70% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. An additional 3.3% are designated specifically for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting a deliberate focus on veteran economic empowerment. Her set-aside strategy aligns with federal goals to increase opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs, while maintaining a balanced approach with 26.7% of procurements conducted as no-set-aside actions to ensure broad market access. Her primary NAICS focus areas include engineering services (541330), forestry support activities (115310), real estate appraisals (531320), surveying and mapping services (541370), and small arms ammunition manufacturing (332992). This technical diversity indicates expertise in both professional services and niche manufacturing sectors, requiring deep understanding of specialized compliance standards, quality controls, and performance metrics. Marquette’s work supports critical infrastructure, land management, and defense-related capabilities through targeted, compliant acquisitions.