Lisa K. Yaw

Lisa K. Yaw serves as a Contracts Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for complex scientific and technical procurements. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations while advancing mission-critical capabilities through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-precision analytical instruments, research and development services, and specialized technical consulting, supporting advanced laboratory and industrial process control functions. Yaw’s expertise lies in structuring solicitations that balance technical rigor with regulatory compliance, ensuring acquisitions align with agency objectives and statutory requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Yaw consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier manufacturers, and technical service providers specializing in laboratory instrumentation and R&D support. Her procurement approach emphasizes fair competition and vendor collaboration, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-integrity, standards-compliant solutions. She actively promotes vendor engagement through pre-solicitation outreach and clear evaluation criteria to enhance responsiveness and innovation. Yaws demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand market access for small businesses and foster economic inclusion within the scientific and technical procurement ecosystem. Her contracting patterns show minimal use of other socioeconomic set-asides, indicating a focused preference for broad small business eligibility rather than niche certifications. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 541712 (R&D in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), indicating deep expertise in procuring precision measurement systems, diagnostic tools, and scientific research services. She frequently acquires custom-engineered instrumentation, calibration systems, and technical consulting services that support advanced scientific operations, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of laboratory and industrial technology domains.