Mica L. Stark

Mica L. Stark serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs centered on scientific and engineering services. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical research and technical objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses competitive solicitations under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on performance-based contracting and risk-managed acquisition strategies. She routinely handles sole-source and full-and-open competitions for high-technical-demand services, ensuring alignment with agency priorities and fiscal accountability. Mica collaborates with a diverse range of contractors specializing in physical, engineering, and life sciences research, including mid-sized engineering firms and specialized R&D providers. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, her procurement patterns reflect a preference for experienced, technically capable vendors with proven performance in scientific innovation and systems engineering. She fosters transparent, competitive environments that encourage innovation and accountability, emphasizing clear statement of work development and rigorous evaluation criteria. Mica’s contracting approach is characterized by a consistent preference for full-and-open competition, with 100% of her awards issued without set-aside designations. This reflects a strategic focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, prioritizing technical merit and mission suitability over socioeconomic preferences. While she does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her process remains fully compliant with small business goals and encourages participation through open market opportunities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), where she secures advanced scientific services such as laboratory testing, data analysis, and prototype development. She also frequently procures engineering services under NAICS 541330, including systems design, technical consulting, and infrastructure support. Her expertise spans technical domains requiring deep domain knowledge in physical sciences, engineering systems, and applied research methodologies.