Mary E. Loesch

Mary E. Loesch serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while supporting mission-critical procurement needs across technical and professional service domains. Her portfolio primarily encompasses information technology services, analytical instrumentation, and specialized professional support, with a focus on delivering timely, compliant, and cost-effective solutions aligned with agency objectives. Loesch works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to develop sound solicitation strategies and evaluate vendor proposals under competitive and set-aside frameworks. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with vendors offering custom software development, laboratory instrumentation, and professional technical services. She fosters collaborative relationships with both large-capability firms and small businesses, emphasizing performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development. Her approach prioritizes transparency, risk mitigation, and vendor accountability throughout contract execution. Loesch exhibits a strong preference for open competition, with 83.3% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides. However, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 16.7% of her awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring opportunities for qualified small businesses, though she does not routinely utilize specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting deep expertise in software development, systems integration, and IT modernization. She also regularly procures analytical laboratory instruments under NAICS 334516 and professional technical services under 541990, indicating a technical domain proficiency in scientific instrumentation and specialized consulting. Her work supports agencies requiring advanced computational solutions and high-precision technical support.