Michelle Polaski

Michelle L. Polaski serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions across a diverse range of commercial and technical services. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), promoting fair competition, and delivering mission-critical capabilities through transparent and efficient contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based acquisitions, including facility maintenance, security systems, waste management, and specialized manufacturing, with a strong emphasis on small business participation and socioeconomic program goals. Polaski cultivates collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, particularly small businesses and certified socioeconomic firms, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering integrated facility services, security operations, and custom manufacturing solutions. She prioritizes vendors with proven technical competency, past performance, and capacity to meet delivery timelines under fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types. A staunch advocate for small business inclusion, Polaski consistently structures solicitations to maximize participation under the Small Business Set-Aside program, with 72.2% of her awards designated for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her approach reflects a deliberate strategy to enhance economic opportunity, with a pronounced preference for general small business set-asides over other socioeconomic categories, demonstrating a broad-based commitment to nurturing small business growth within the federal marketplace. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), reflecting expertise in building systems and infrastructure support services. She also regularly procures security systems services (561621) and solid waste collection (562111), with additional activity in wood cabinetry (337110) and miscellaneous manufacturing (339999). This technical diversity underscores her proficiency in managing complex, multi-disciplinary contracts requiring precise specifications, quality control, and compliance with environmental and safety standards.