Rachelle C. Trice

Rachelle Trice serves as a Supervisory Contract Specialist, providing strategic oversight and execution of complex procurement actions within a federal environment focused on scientific and technical services. In her role, she ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while guiding contract teams through the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration. Her portfolio centers on high-precision analytical instrumentation, laboratory testing services, and specialized scientific consulting, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous evaluation of vendor capabilities. She plays a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategy with agency mission objectives, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities while maintaining integrity and transparency in all contracting actions. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, Rachelle routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors specializing in analytical laboratory equipment manufacturing, testing services, and technical consulting. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industry participants with proven technical proficiency and quality assurance systems, often involving competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate robust technical proposals, sound past performance, and adherence to federal compliance standards. Rachelle’s contracting approach is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 93.9% of awards issued under full and open competition, reflecting a focus on technical merit over socioeconomic preferences. However, she maintains a measured commitment to small business participation, with approximately 4.5% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides and 1.5% allocated to Women-Owned Small Businesses, consistent with agency goals to promote equitable access without compromising technical requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing) and 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), indicating deep expertise in procuring precision scientific equipment and third-party analytical services. She also frequently acquires specialized consulting under NAICS 541690, demonstrating proficiency in sourcing expert technical support for complex laboratory operations and research initiatives. Her domain knowledge spans chromatography, spectroscopy, and environmental testing technologies, positioning her as a subject-matter expert in scientific procurement.