Miriam James

Miriam James serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurement actions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and advancing mission-critical acquisitions across technical and industrial domains. Her work supports the acquisition of specialized engineering equipment, precision measurement devices, and research-driven services, often requiring technical coordination with subject matter experts and interagency stakeholders. Miriam’s portfolio is characterized by high-complexity, low-volume contracts that demand rigorous source selection and risk mitigation strategies. While specific contractor names are not available, Miriam maintains consistent relationships with a diverse base of vendors, including mid-tier manufacturers, engineering consultants, and niche technology providers. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and thorough vendor vetting, fostering transparent, compliant, and performance-driven partnerships. She prioritizes clear performance metrics and contract deliverables, ensuring accountability and mission alignment across the supply base. Miriam demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic objectives, with 80% of her acquisitions conducted under full and open competition and 20% reserved for small business programs. She frequently utilizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and has a documented preference for 8(a) competed contracts, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for disadvantaged businesses while maintaining competitive integrity. Her contracting patterns align with federal goals to promote equitable access and workforce development through targeted socioeconomic set-asides. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), with additional activity in power boiler systems and physical sciences R&D. She specializes in acquiring advanced industrial equipment, technical instrumentation, and applied engineering solutions, requiring deep familiarity with technical specifications, certification standards, and performance-based acquisition methodologies.