Jelena Kaludjerovic

Marisa MacIsaac serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions across a diverse range of industrial and technical domains. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s contracting mission by overseeing solicitations, evaluating proposals, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Her portfolio primarily consists of industrial equipment manufacturing, maintenance services, and market research solutions, reflecting a focus on operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making. MacIsaac handles both commercial and non-commercial contracts, often navigating intricate technical specifications and supply chain requirements to meet mission-critical needs. Her contractor relationships are broad but not dominated by any single vendor, indicating a competitive, open-market approach to sourcing. She engages with manufacturers of automotive and climate control systems, industrial repair providers, and marketing research firms, fostering relationships with both large prime contractors and niche specialty vendors. Her procurement strategy emphasizes vendor diversity and technical capability over concentration, promoting a balanced supplier base that supports innovation and resilience in supply chains. MacIsaac’s contracting patterns show a strong preference for open competition, with 94.6% of awards issued without set-aside designations. Only 5.4% of contracts are reserved under the Local Area Set-Aside provision (FAR 26.2), suggesting a targeted but limited use of geographic preference authorities. While she does not heavily rely on traditional socioeconomic programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, her occasional use of local set-asides demonstrates a measured commitment to supporting regional economic development and small business participation where alignment with mission needs exists. Her primary NAICS focus centers on automobile and light-duty vehicle manufacturing, followed by commercial and industrial machinery repair, marketing research, and HVAC equipment manufacturing. This specialization reflects expertise in procuring durable goods, technical services, and analytical support critical to infrastructure and operational readiness. MacIsaac’s technical domain knowledge spans mechanical systems, data collection methodologies, and industrial maintenance protocols, positioning her as a strategic buyer in complex, multi-disciplinary acquisition environments.