Rashida S. Ferebee

Rashida S. Ferebee serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements determination through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency procurement policies, facilitating timely and lawful delivery of mission-critical goods and services. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical and scientific procurement actions, with a strong emphasis on analytical laboratory instrumentation and specialized research services. Ferebee works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align contracting strategies with operational needs, ensuring acquisitions are competitively sourced and strategically aligned with agency objectives. While specific contractor names are not available, Ferebee’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for open, unrestricted competition, with the majority of awards issued under full and open competition without set-asides. She engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including large manufacturers, technical consultants, and small businesses, fostering transparent and competitive procurement environments. Her working relationships are characterized by adherence to FAR Part 15 procedures, including negotiated acquisitions and source selection based on technical merit and past performance. Ferebee demonstrates a moderate but consistent commitment to small business participation, with 17.2% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She does not appear to prioritize other socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, instead focusing on broad small business eligibility. Her approach supports the government’s goal of expanding small business access while maintaining competitive integrity and value. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in procuring precision scientific equipment used in testing, analysis, and research. She also frequently acquires services under NAICS 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services) and 541712 (R&D in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), reflecting a technical domain centered on laboratory systems, analytical methodologies, and scientific support services.