Mandie S. White

Mandie S. White serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of professional and technical service acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and agency mission objectives. She specializes in complex, non-construction contracts requiring technical evaluation and risk mitigation, particularly in scientific, medical, and management consulting domains. Her role involves drafting solicitation documents, conducting source selection, negotiating terms, and administering awards to support critical government operations. White’s work is foundational to delivering high-value, mission-critical services through transparent, compliant, and efficient contracting practices. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, White consistently engages with a broad spectrum of vendors, including large professional services firms and specialized small businesses, particularly in biotechnology and diagnostic services. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and contract performance oversight, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and regulatory adherence. White demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 90.5% of her acquisitions awarded without set-asides. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 9.5% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals, prioritizing fair access for qualified small businesses without compromising mission requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing), and 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology), indicating deep expertise in life sciences, laboratory services, and technical consulting. She routinely procures specialized research services, diagnostic reagents, and management advisory solutions, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of scientific compliance, regulatory frameworks, and technical specifications critical to public health and scientific advancement.