Rachel Benson

Rachel Benson serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of professional services and facility-related contracts to support operational needs. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while executing competitive solicitation processes, including RFQs and sealed bids. Her acquisitions primarily focus on non-defense, administrative, and facility support services, often involving complex requirements for professional organizations, healthcare providers, and skilled trades contractors. Rachel ensures that all procurements align with agency mission objectives through rigorous market research, source selection, and contract administration. Rachel maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, particularly those specializing in professional associations, medical office services, and skilled construction trades. She engages regularly with small and mid-sized firms capable of delivering specialized services such as physician practice support, driving instruction, and masonry or HVAC installation. Her procurement approach emphasizes transparency, fairness, and timely contract execution, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. Rachel’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. While she does not currently prioritize socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her procurement strategy remains fully compliant with all federal small business goals. She actively evaluates vendor capabilities regardless of certification status, prioritizing technical competence, past performance, and cost-effectiveness in source selection decisions. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 813920 (Professional Organizations), 621111 (Offices of Physicians), 238140 (Masonry Contractors), 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), and 611692 (Automobile Driving Schools). She routinely procures administrative support services, clinical facility maintenance, specialized construction work, and training services, demonstrating deep familiarity with the operational demands of these technical domains. Rachel’s expertise ensures that agency needs are met with precision, efficiency, and regulatory integrity.