Nina DiPlacido

Nina DiPlacido serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions in technical and scientific services, aligning with federal requirements for innovation and mission-critical support. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation to award and administration—focusing on research, engineering, and information technology services. Her work directly supports the agency’s operational goals by securing specialized expertise in high-demand technical domains, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and performance-based contracting standards. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate a preference for diverse vendor partnerships, primarily engaging firms with capabilities in physical and engineering research, custom software development, and management consulting. She routinely collaborates with both large industry primes and small business subcontractors, fostering competitive environments that prioritize technical excellence and performance outcomes. Her approach emphasizes clear statement of work development and rigorous evaluation criteria to ensure value and mission alignment. Nina demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 81% of her acquisitions conducted as open competitions without set-asides, while actively supporting small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5) and 8(a) competed awards. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced strategy—prioritizing market competition while intentionally creating pathways for certified small disadvantaged businesses to compete for federal opportunities. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (R&D in physical, engineering, and life sciences) and 541519 (other computer-related services), each accounting for 37.5% of her portfolio. She frequently acquires advanced research support, data analytics, systems integration, and custom programming services, indicating deep expertise in scientific and technical domains. Her work supports mission-critical initiatives requiring specialized knowledge in engineering, computational modeling, and software development, positioning her as a key steward of innovation-driven federal contracting.