Monifa Coleman

Monifa N. Coleman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, 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 (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering high-value technical and scientific services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements in analytical instrumentation, scientific R&D, and laboratory testing services, requiring deep technical understanding and precise contract language to meet mission-critical objectives. Coleman cultivates strong relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses, emerging technology firms, and specialized manufacturers of laboratory equipment. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, her procurement patterns reflect a consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering precision instruments and scientific consulting services. She emphasizes competitive bidding and vendor collaboration to ensure innovation, quality, and timely delivery of mission-supporting solutions. A strong advocate for small business participation, Coleman prioritizes total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, which account for nearly half of her acquisitions. She also actively utilizes service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) and 8(a) competed set-asides, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. Her approach aligns with federal mandates to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned enterprises while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), where she procures advanced equipment for scientific analysis, complemented by significant activity in NAICS 541712 (R&D in physical and life sciences) and 541380 (Testing Laboratories). This specialization reflects expertise in procuring high-precision scientific tools and services critical to research, compliance, and analytical operations across federal missions.