Patricia A Lewis

Patricia A. Lewis serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements across advanced technology and scientific research domains. She plays a pivotal role in executing agency acquisition strategies by ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations, particularly under the FAR, while promoting efficiency, competition, and mission alignment. Her portfolio primarily encompasses high-technology goods and services, including analytical laboratory instrumentation, semiconductor manufacturing, and engineering research and development services. She routinely handles full and open competitions as well as small business set-asides, balancing technical rigor with socioeconomic objectives to support national scientific and industrial capabilities. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering precision-engineered hardware and specialized technical services. She fosters relationships with manufacturers and service providers possessing robust quality control systems, ITAR/EAR compliance, and proven performance in regulated technical environments. Her contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical capability assessments, and performance-based acquisition methods to ensure mission-critical deliverables meet stringent operational standards. Patricia demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 30% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She prioritizes opportunities for small businesses with relevant technical expertise, particularly those capable of supporting advanced manufacturing and R&D requirements. Her set-aside strategy reflects a deliberate effort to expand the supplier base and cultivate emerging capabilities within the small business community, without reliance on other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her primary industry focus lies in NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing) and 334413 (semiconductor manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in procuring high-precision scientific equipment and electronic components. She also regularly acquires research and development services under 541712 and computer facilities management under 541513, underscoring her technical proficiency in supporting advanced scientific infrastructure and data-driven operations. Her work bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology development and practical federal implementation.