Melissa E. Reams

Melissa Reams is a Contract Specialist serving as a primary point of contact for procurement activities. In this role, she is responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and ensuring that procurement actions align with the agency's operational mission and regulatory requirements. Based on agency-wide data, there is a strong emphasis on small business participation. The agency demonstrates a significant commitment to socioeconomic goals, with a majority of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. A smaller portion of the procurement portfolio is directed toward 8(a) competed acquisitions, while a notable percentage of contracts remain open for full and open competition. Her procurement activity is heavily concentrated in the maritime and transportation manufacturing sectors. The primary focus is on Ship Building and Repairing (NAICS 336611), complemented by acquisitions for Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing and Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing. Additionally, her technical domain expertise extends to the procurement of commercial and industrial machinery repair and maintenance, as well as specialized engineering services.