Linda L. Wheeler

Linda L. Wheeler serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements determination to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through transparent, competitive contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily consists of procurement actions under the NAICS code 488991 for Packing and Crating services, which includes specialized logistics support, protective packaging, and freight handling solutions. She executes both sealed bid and negotiated procurements, often leveraging simplified acquisition procedures for lower-dollar actions while maintaining rigorous documentation standards for higher-complexity contracts. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable due to limited award data, her contracting patterns suggest consistent engagement with vendors capable of delivering compliant, high-integrity packaging and crating services. She likely collaborates with a mix of small businesses and general contractors who meet federal standards for quality control, supply chain security, and environmental compliance. Her approach emphasizes fair competition and contract performance oversight to ensure deliverables align with operational needs. Linda demonstrates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with half of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a strong preference for empowering small business participation. The remaining half are open to all competitors, indicating flexibility to meet urgent or specialized requirements. Her pattern suggests deliberate use of set-asides to foster market diversity and support small business growth within the logistics and packaging sector. Her technical expertise centers exclusively on NAICS 488991, making her a subject matter expert in the procurement of specialized packing, crating, and containerization services for sensitive or high-value government property. She understands the technical specifications required for military, scientific, and industrial shipments, ensuring compliance with federal handling and transportation standards.