Olivia J. Thorpe

Olivia J. Thorpe serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a pivotal role in advancing her agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), while prioritizing efficient, transparent, and equitable contracting practices. Her portfolio primarily consists of construction and professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on commercial and institutional building projects, architectural design, and engineering support. Thorpe’s work ensures that procurement activities align with strategic objectives while maintaining rigorous oversight and accountability. Thorpe cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of contractors, particularly small businesses certified under federal socioeconomic programs. She consistently engages with firms specializing in building construction, roofing, and water infrastructure, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance, compliance, and responsiveness. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, set-aside mechanisms that empower qualified small businesses, encouraging innovation and market participation from underrepresented sectors. A defining feature of Thorpe’s procurement strategy is her strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 80% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She actively utilizes HUBZone, 8(a), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, demonstrating a deliberate effort to channel contracting opportunities toward economically and socially disadvantaged enterprises. Her socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a strategic alignment with federal goals to promote inclusive economic growth through targeted procurement. Her technical expertise centers on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), which dominates her acquisition portfolio, alongside significant activity in architectural services (541310) and related construction specialties such as roofing and water infrastructure systems. Thorpe’s domain knowledge enables her to effectively evaluate technical proposals, assess contractor capabilities, and ensure deliverables meet stringent performance and safety standards in built environment projects.