Lisa Vivino-Araujo

Lisa Vivino-Araujo serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions for critical industrial components and engineered hardware. Her role centers on ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of mission-critical parts aligned with federal contracting regulations. She specializes in competitive solicitation, source selection, and contract administration for manufacturing-related goods, with a strong emphasis on technical accuracy and regulatory adherence. Her acquisitions typically involve fasteners, wire fabrications, and sealing devices used in defense, aerospace, and industrial applications, requiring deep familiarity with specification standards and supply chain reliability. Lisa cultivates relationships with a diverse pool of small and mid-tier manufacturers, particularly those with specialized capabilities in precision metalworking and component fabrication. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing AS9100, ISO 9001, or NADCAP certifications, ensuring quality control and traceability in high-integrity applications. Her contracting approach emphasizes fair competition, transparent evaluation criteria, and collaborative vendor engagement to foster innovation and supply chain resilience. A dedicated advocate for small business participation, Lisa prioritizes socioeconomic contracting opportunities, with 60% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand market access for small manufacturers and promote economic inclusivity within the industrial supply base. Her patterns show minimal use of other set-asides such as 8(a) or HUBZone, indicating a preference for broad-based small business eligibility over targeted programs, while still ensuring compliance with all socioeconomic requirements. Her technical focus is concentrated in three NAICS categories: 332722 (Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing), 332618 (Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing), and 339991 (Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing). She procures precision-engineered components requiring tight tolerances, material certifications, and performance testing, demonstrating expertise in mechanical fastening systems, wire-form products, and fluid-sealing technologies essential to industrial and defense applications.