Marcia - Goldman

Marcia Goldman serves as a Senior Contract Specialist, leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition regulations to manage complex professional and technical services procurements. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with FAR provisions while advancing mission-critical objectives through strategic contracting solutions. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-value professional services, including laboratory testing, engineering, and analytical instrument procurement, requiring meticulous evaluation of technical proposals, risk assessment, and source selection under competitive and set-aside frameworks. She consistently applies sound contracting judgment to balance efficiency, compliance, and mission readiness across a broad spectrum of scientific and technical requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Marcia maintains a robust network of vendor partnerships across the professional services and advanced manufacturing sectors. Her contracting patterns reflect engagement with both large prime contractors and small businesses, emphasizing performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contract administration. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and strong compliance cultures, ensuring reliable delivery of mission-supporting services. Marcia demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 22% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable focus on HUBZone and 8(a) programs. While the majority of her acquisitions—75.5%—are conducted as full and open competitions, she strategically employs socioeconomic set-asides to promote equitable access and foster a diverse supplier base, aligning with federal goals for inclusive economic growth. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), with significant activity in engineering services (541330), analytical instrument manufacturing (334516), and broader professional, scientific, and technical services (541990). She specializes in acquiring precision testing equipment, laboratory certification services, and technical consulting, requiring nuanced understanding of technical specifications, quality assurance protocols, and compliance with industry standards such as ISO/IEC 17025.