Melinda Forgit

Melinda Forgit serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements development through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by delivering high-quality professional services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on architectural design and electrical installation services, reflecting her technical understanding of built-environment procurement needs. While specific contractor names are not available, Melinda maintains a robust network of vendors specializing in architectural planning and building systems integration. She engages with both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, fostering collaborative relationships that emphasize performance, compliance, and timely delivery. Her contracting approach prioritizes clear solicitation language, rigorous source selection criteria, and post-award oversight to ensure contractor accountability and mission alignment. Melinda demonstrates a clear preference for small business participation, with 40% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity and leveraging the innovation and agility of small businesses. She does not routinely utilize other socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on broad-based small business inclusion through unrestricted small business set-asides. Her procurement focus is heavily concentrated in NAICS 541310 (Architectural Services), accounting for 90% of her activity, indicating deep expertise in design, planning, and construction documentation services. The remaining 10% centers on NAICS 238210 (Electrical Contractors), underscoring her ability to manage integrated building systems procurements. Melinda’s technical domain expertise spans facility design, code compliance, and infrastructure modernization, making her a key resource for complex, multi-disciplinary service acquisitions.