Patti Lee-Smith

Patti Lee-smith operates within a procurement environment characterized by a strong emphasis on small business participation and a diverse range of service-based acquisitions. The agency demonstrates a significant commitment to socioeconomic goals, with a heavy preference for Total Small Business Set-Asides, which account for the vast majority of procurement activity. Only a small fraction of acquisitions are conducted without a set-aside designation, indicating a strategic priority to engage small business entities. Procurement activity is concentrated across several distinct functional areas. The primary focus is on Office Administrative Services, complemented by specialized requirements for miscellaneous schools and instruction. Additionally, the agency procures operational support services, including food service and catering, as well as specialized requirements within the national security domain.