Michele D. Sharpe

Michele D. Sharpe serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of information technology acquisitions, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and alignment with agency mission objectives. She specializes in soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts for software development and IT services, with a focus on delivering secure, scalable, and mission-critical solutions. Her work supports the acquisition of custom software systems and integrated technology services, requiring deep familiarity with FAR and DFARS provisions, source selection methodologies, and performance-based contracting principles. Sharpe plays a pivotal role in translating technical requirements into enforceable contract terms that promote accountability and innovation. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable, Michele consistently engages with a broad spectrum of vendors offering custom computer programming and complementary IT services. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear statement of work development, and performance metrics tied to deliverables. She fosters transparent, fair, and efficient vendor interactions, encouraging responsiveness and technical clarity from offerors across the industry. Michele’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a focus on selecting the most qualified offeror regardless of socioeconomic status, rather than reserving contracts for specific categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB firms. Her approach prioritizes technical merit and value over socioeconomic set-asides, aligning with agency needs for specialized IT capabilities. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), indicating deep expertise in bespoke software development, systems integration, and IT consulting. She regularly acquires services involving application design, legacy modernization, data analytics platforms, and technical support solutions, demonstrating proficiency in managing complex, requirements-driven IT engagements.