Perla Lucero

Perla Lucero serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific procurement policies, facilitating timely and lawful delivery of mission-critical goods and services. Her work supports operational readiness by securing specialized technical solutions, professional services, and logistical support through competitive and non-competitive mechanisms, including sealed bids, requests for proposals, and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Lucero’s expertise lies in balancing fiscal responsibility with mission urgency, ensuring that acquisitions align with strategic objectives while upholding transparency and integrity. While specific contractor relationships are not currently documented, Lucero routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier firms, and prime contractors across multiple sectors. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting principles, emphasizing clear deliverables, outcome-oriented metrics, and robust contract management practices. Her approach encourages open communication and early vendor engagement to enhance innovation and reduce acquisition risk. Lucero demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, consistently prioritizing opportunities for small business participation. She actively promotes the use of set-asides for 8(a), HUBZone, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), ensuring compliance with the Small Business Act and maximizing economic impact within underserved communities. Her procurement decisions reflect a deliberate strategy to expand vendor diversity and strengthen the government’s partnership with disadvantaged entrepreneurs. Her technical focus spans a broad range of professional services, including information technology, administrative support, facility management, and operational consulting. Though specific NAICS codes are not available, her acquisitions typically involve complex service-based contracts requiring specialized expertise in project management, systems integration, and mission support functions. Lucero’s domain knowledge enables her to evaluate technical proposals with precision and ensure contractor capabilities align with evolving operational needs.