Nichole R. Lerew

Nichole Lerew serves as a Contracting Officer, where she is responsible for managing the acquisition process and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. In this role, she facilitates the procurement of essential goods and services to support the agency's operational mission, overseeing the lifecycle of contracts from solicitation to closeout. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a strong commitment to small business participation. Total Small Business Set-Asides account for 34.9% of procurement activity, while 32.1% of requirements are designated as No Set-Aside. There is also a significant focus on specialized socioeconomic categories, including Buy Indian Set-Asides at 17.7%, Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Asides at 11.0%, and Indian Economic Enterprise (IEE) Set-Asides at 3.8%. Her procurement focus is primarily centered on healthcare and technology sectors. Key industry specializations include Offices of Physicians and Diagnostic Imaging Centers, indicating a focus on clinical services. Additionally, there is a technical emphasis on Electronic Computer Manufacturing and Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing, as well as the procurement of Temporary Help Services.