Maria J. Pizarro

Maria J. Pizarro serves as Division Chief and Contracting Officer, overseeing the planning, solicitation, and award of complex acquisition programs within her organization. In this leadership role, she ensures full compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and implements strategic sourcing initiatives to meet mission-critical objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses construction, architectural design, and management consulting services, with a strong emphasis on delivering value through competitive, transparent procurement processes. She plays a pivotal role in aligning acquisition strategy with organizational goals, fostering accountability and efficiency across the contracting lifecycle. While specific contractor names are not available, Pizarro maintains a robust network of vendors engaged in public works and professional services, including general contractors, architectural firms, and management consultants. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with a significant portion of awards issued under full and open competition, while actively cultivating relationships with small businesses that meet specialized technical and socioeconomic criteria. She consistently engages with vendors through well-structured RFPs and performance-based contract structures to ensure quality and accountability. Pizarro demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 37% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides. She regularly utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and supports diverse small business categories including Women-Owned Small Businesses, 8(a) firms, and HUBZone contractors, each representing approximately 2.4% of her portfolio. Her approach reflects a balanced strategy that prioritizes competition while advancing federal goals for equitable economic opportunity. Her primary procurement focus lies in Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (NAICS 236220) and Architectural Services (NAICS 541310), with additional activity in electrical contracting and administrative management consulting. This technical specialization underscores her expertise in facility-related acquisitions and professional services that support infrastructure development and operational efficiency. She is well-versed in performance-based contracting and design-build delivery models, ensuring projects meet both functional and regulatory standards.