Marisha C Foreman

Marisha C. Foreman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements determination and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on management consulting, information services, and education program administration. Foreman works closely with program managers and technical stakeholders to align acquisition strategies with agency objectives, ensuring that procurements are competitively sourced and legally sound. While specific contractor names are not available, Foreman’s contracting patterns indicate a balanced approach to vendor engagement, with a primary focus on non-set-aside competitions to maximize competition, while also actively incorporating small business participation. She maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including general management consultants, information technology service providers, and education program support firms, fostering a competitive marketplace that encourages innovation and performance-based outcomes. Foreman demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 80% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, she consistently supports small business goals, allocating 13.3% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 6.7% to 8(a) competed contracts. This reflects a deliberate, compliant effort to meet socioeconomic objectives without compromising competition, aligning with federal priorities to expand opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services), which constitutes over half of her activity, followed by 519190 (Other Information Services) and 923110 (Administration of Education Programs). She specializes in acquiring strategic advisory services, data-driven program support, and educational administration solutions, demonstrating deep expertise in professional services procurement within complex public sector environments.