Lorraine Carter

Lorraine D. Carter serves as a Senior APS Specialist, providing expert oversight and strategic direction for acquisition planning and contract execution within her organization’s procurement framework. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through efficient, transparent contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial printing services, where she leads the development of solicitation documents, evaluates technical and cost proposals, and manages contract performance to meet operational requirements. Carter’s work ensures that printing needs—from high-volume commercial output to specialized book production—are fulfilled through competitively awarded, fully compliant contracts that align with agency mission priorities. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in current data, Carter’s procurement approach emphasizes open competition and performance-based outcomes, fostering relationships with a broad base of qualified vendors capable of delivering high-quality printed materials under strict quality control standards. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established commercial suppliers with proven capabilities in print production, binding, and fulfillment services, typically engaging firms through indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms and multiple-award contracts to ensure responsiveness and scalability. Carter’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition without socioeconomic preferences. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize technical capability, cost-effectiveness, and delivery reliability over socioeconomic categorization, while still maintaining full compliance with all applicable small business statutes and reporting requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 323111 (Commercial Printing) and 323117 (Books Printing), indicating deep expertise in the production of bound publications, digital and offset printing, color management, and print-on-demand services. She is well-versed in the technical specifications governing print quality, paper stock, binding methods, and delivery logistics, ensuring that all contracted services meet stringent functional and aesthetic standards required for official documentation and public dissemination.