Lynda Betancourt

Lynda Betancourt serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and promoting transparency and fairness in the procurement process. Her portfolio primarily encompasses information technology and related services, with a strong emphasis on modernizing digital infrastructure and supporting mission-critical computing environments. She routinely handles complex procurements involving hardware, software licensing, cloud services, and IT support solutions, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to align contractual terms with operational needs. While specific contractor names are not available, Lynda maintains a robust network of vendor partnerships spanning large systems integrators, mid-tier IT providers, and small business concerns. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and performance-based contracting, fostering long-term relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and adherence to federal compliance standards. She actively encourages vendor engagement through pre-solicitation outreach and industry days to ensure a responsive and capable marketplace. Lynda demonstrates a pronounced commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with equal portions of her awards designated for Total Small Business Set-Asides, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Asides, and HUBZone Set-Asides, alongside a significant portion of unrestricted acquisitions. This balanced approach reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for underserved small businesses while maintaining competition and value for the government. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a dedication to statutory goals under FAR Part 19 and the broader federal small business empowerment agenda. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes related to computer equipment wholesale, data processing services, computing infrastructure, and miscellaneous computer-related services. She specializes in acquiring cloud-based platforms, software solutions, IT support, and office technology leasing, demonstrating deep familiarity with evolving digital service delivery models. Her expertise ensures that acquisitions align with current technological standards and support scalable, secure, and interoperable IT environments.