Lorene N Clerihew

Lorene N. Clerihew serves as a Contract Specialist at the GSA/FAS Region 7 Acquisition Center, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurements that sustain federal operational readiness. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of acquisition activities for standardized, high-volume industrial and institutional supplies, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and GSA’s strategic objectives for supply chain resilience. She specializes in procuring durable goods and essential consumables critical to federal facility operations, including manufacturing inputs, logistics services, and climate control equipment, leveraging GSA schedules and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles to streamline acquisition pathways. Clerihew maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including MACGYVER SOLUTIONS, INC., FEDERAL SUPPLY SERVICES INTERNATIONAL LLC., B.W. WILSON PAPER COMPANY, INCORPORATED, and COMSIS SOLUTIONS LLC. These partnerships reflect a balanced mix of large-capacity suppliers and specialized service providers, enabling reliable delivery of industrial paper products, logistics consulting, and HVAC equipment. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, performance accountability, and long-term supply chain stability, often utilizing blanket purchase agreements and task order solicitations to meet recurring federal needs. Her procurement strategy reflects a deliberate 50% commitment to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong emphasis on socioeconomic inclusion. She actively prioritizes small business participation across multiple categories, ensuring equitable access to federal opportunities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. This balanced approach supports GSA’s mandate to foster competitive markets while sustaining mission-critical operations. Clerihew’s technical focus centers on NAICS 331222 (Steel Wire Drawing), 541614 (Process and Logistics Consulting), 333415 (Commercial HVAC Manufacturing), and 339999 (Miscellaneous Manufacturing). Her expertise lies in acquiring engineered metal components, facility support services, and climate control systems essential to federal infrastructure. She brings deep domain knowledge in industrial supply chains and technical specifications, ensuring procurements align with federal standards for durability, safety, and interoperability.