Natasha Y Rowland

Natasha Y. Rowland 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 essential professional, scientific, and technical services. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex service-based procurements requiring specialized expertise in laboratory operations, research and development, and information technology support, often involving multi-year task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts. While specific contractor names are not available, Rowland maintains relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including large prime contractors and small businesses capable of delivering high-complexity technical services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for performance-based acquisition strategies and competitive sealed bidding, with a strong emphasis on ensuring vendor accountability through clear statement of work development and outcome-focused deliverables. Rowland demonstrates a clear commitment to socioeconomic objectives, with 89.1% of her awards issued under full and open competition and 10.9% designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Though no other socioeconomic set-asides (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB) are statistically dominant, her consistent use of small business set-asides signals an active effort to foster competition among small firms and expand market access for qualified vendors. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 621511 (Medical Laboratories), 541990 (Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), and 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), reflecting deep expertise in procuring analytical testing, clinical support services, and non-biotech R&D solutions. She regularly acquires laboratory equipment calibration, data analysis, and technical consulting services, demonstrating specialized knowledge in life sciences and engineering domains critical to public health and scientific advancement.