Myrlande Holborough

Myrlande Holborough serves as a Contract Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. In this role, she ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific procurement policies, facilitating timely and cost-effective delivery of mission-critical goods and services. Her portfolio typically encompasses general administrative support, professional services, and operational logistics contracts, requiring a nuanced understanding of performance-based acquisition strategies and source selection methodologies. Holborough plays a pivotal role in upholding the integrity and transparency of the agency’s procurement process, ensuring all awards align with statutory mandates and fiscal accountability standards. Her contractor relationships are characterized by a broad and competitive vendor base, with no single contractor dominating her award portfolio. She engages with a diverse array of firms, including large primes, mid-tier service providers, and small businesses, fostering an open and inclusive marketplace. Holborough prioritizes fair competition and rigorous source selection, relying on clear evaluation criteria and documented rationale to ensure defensible outcomes. Her approach emphasizes performance outcomes over rigid technical specifications, encouraging innovation and value-driven solutions. Holborough’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. While she does not routinely reserve contracts for 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, she actively promotes small business participation through subcontracting opportunities and mentor-protégé initiatives, ensuring small firms can compete meaningfully within her acquisitions. Her procurement focus spans a wide range of professional and administrative services, with no singular NAICS category dominating her portfolio. She routinely handles contracts for management consulting, facility support, training, and information technology services, demonstrating adaptability across technical domains. Her expertise lies in structuring flexible, performance-based requirements that accommodate evolving mission needs while maintaining compliance and accountability.