Lola Bauch

Lola K. Bauch serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through efficient and transparent contracting practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) goods and support services, with a focus on procurement efficiency and risk mitigation. Bauch routinely handles competitive solicitations under FAR Part 12 for commercial items and utilizes simplified acquisition procedures where appropriate to streamline procurement timelines. While no specific contractor relationships are identified, Bauch engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including merchant wholesalers, equipment manufacturers, and facilities support providers. Her contracting approach emphasizes open competition and vendor diversity, fostering relationships with both large-capacity suppliers and small businesses that meet commercial market standards. She maintains a results-driven, process-oriented working style, prioritizing clear contract terms, performance metrics, and post-award oversight to ensure accountability and value delivery. Bauch’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for non-set-aside procurements, with 100% of her awards conducted under full and open competition. This indicates a deliberate focus on maximizing market participation and leveraging commercial best practices rather than targeting socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides. Her approach aligns with agency priorities that emphasize cost-effectiveness and broad vendor access over mandated socioeconomic preferences. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Other Professional Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers, Truck and RV Rental and Leasing, Office Furniture Manufacturing, Facilities Support Services, and Local General Freight Trucking. These reflect a specialization in procuring operational assets and logistics services essential to day-to-day government functions, demonstrating expertise in commercial supply chains, equipment leasing, and integrated facility support solutions.