Patricia Y Ring

Patricia Y. Ring serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. She specializes in professional services and facility support contracts, overseeing requirements determination, solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration. Her work directly supports mission-critical operations by securing high-quality services that enhance organizational effectiveness and operational readiness. Ring typically handles competitive procurements under simplified acquisition procedures and sealed bidding, with a focus on both commercial and non-commercial services. While specific contractor names are not available, Ring maintains a diverse vendor ecosystem characterized by recurring engagements with firms capable of delivering management consulting, electrical installation, and facilities support services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven performance histories, alongside active engagement with small business partners. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors through clear communication, timely evaluations, and consistent adherence to contractual obligations, ensuring accountability and service quality across the procurement lifecycle. Ring demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with 30% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 10% reserved for Women-Owned Small Businesses. She consistently prioritizes small business participation, aligning with federal mandates to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and underserved entrepreneurs. Her set-aside strategy reflects a balanced approach—supporting small business growth while maintaining competition and value for the government, with the majority of procurements conducted as open competitions when set-asides are not applicable. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541611 (management consulting services), NAICS 238210 (electrical contracting), and NAICS 561210 and 561720 (facilities and janitorial support services), indicating deep expertise in professional, technical, and operational support domains. She frequently procures advisory services, infrastructure upgrades, and facility maintenance solutions, demonstrating proficiency in both technical and administrative contracting environments.