Rachelle C. Vaughan

Rachelle C. Vaughan serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency mission objectives through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, training, and support contracts, with a strong emphasis on securing high-quality, cost-effective solutions that align with operational needs. Vaughan is known for her meticulous approach to documentation and her commitment to fair and open competition. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses and general service providers across professional, administrative, and technical domains. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate capacity in delivering specialized services under performance-based contracts, often utilizing indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms to ensure flexibility and responsiveness. Vaughne demonstrates a clear preference for small business participation, with 31.3% of her awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Her procurement strategy prioritizes economic opportunity for small businesses without reliance on specialized socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, reflecting a broad-based commitment to small business inclusion across the general small business pool. Her primary NAICS focus areas include All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), and Janitorial Services (561720), indicating expertise in procuring administrative support, workforce development, and general professional services. She also regularly engages in acquisitions related to research and development in physical and engineering sciences (541712) and financial investment activities (523999), showcasing a diverse technical and operational procurement profile grounded in compliance and strategic sourcing principles.