Rachel Holland

Rachel Marie Holland serves as a procurement specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions across high-technology and environmental service domains. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by overseeing the solicitation, evaluation, and award of contracts for specialized systems and technical services. Her work supports mission-critical capabilities in aerospace engineering, hazardous waste management, and scientific consulting, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic sourcing objectives. Holland routinely handles competitive and set-aside procurements requiring technical rigor and regulatory precision. Her contractor relationships span a diverse ecosystem of vendors, including small businesses and niche manufacturers specializing in defense-grade instrumentation, aircraft propulsion systems, and environmental remediation technologies. She engages with both established prime contractors and emerging small businesses, fostering collaborative procurement environments that emphasize performance-based outcomes and technical compliance. Her approach prioritizes transparent competition while encouraging vendor innovation through clear statement of work development and rigorous source selection criteria. Holland demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly 43% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable 14.3% allocation to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. Her procurement patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for certified small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity. She consistently applies set-aside authorities to support veteran-owned and small business participation, aligning with national goals for equitable contracting access. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 334511 for aeronautical and navigation systems, 336412 for aircraft engine components, and 562211 for hazardous waste treatment. She also frequently procures technical consulting services under 541690 and data services under 511210. This diverse portfolio underscores her expertise in managing acquisitions for advanced manufacturing, environmental compliance, and specialized scientific support services.