Michelle A. Spence

Michelle A. Spence serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized surgical and medical instrumentation across federal programs. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while executing full-cycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration. Her work directly supports mission-critical healthcare infrastructure by securing high-precision medical devices and diagnostic equipment essential to clinical operations. Spence’s acquisitions are characterized by rigorous technical evaluation, stringent performance requirements, and a focus on regulatory alignment with FDA and ISO standards. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Spence consistently engages with a network of qualified manufacturers and distributors specializing in medical device production. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with demonstrated capability in sterile manufacturing, quality control systems, and regulatory documentation, including those holding ISO 13485 certification. She maintains a results-driven approach to vendor performance, emphasizing deliverables tied to technical specifications, supply chain reliability, and post-award oversight. Spence’s procurement portfolio reflects a 100% non-set-aside orientation, indicating a focus on open competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. This approach prioritizes technical suitability and manufacturer capacity over socioeconomic categorization, aligning with mission-critical needs where specialized medical device expertise is paramount and limited to a narrow pool of qualified suppliers. Her primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 339112—Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing—encompassing reusable and single-use surgical tools, diagnostic instruments, and precision medical devices used in operating rooms and clinical laboratories. Spence possesses deep technical familiarity with materials science, sterilization protocols, and FDA Class II medical device classifications, ensuring acquisitions meet stringent safety and performance benchmarks. Her expertise lies in bridging clinical requirements with industrial manufacturing capabilities to secure reliable, high-integrity medical equipment for federal healthcare delivery systems.