Reina T. Serino

Reina T. Serino serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical technology and professional services for her organization. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex IT and engineering services, with a focus on securing innovative solutions that support operational efficiency and technical modernization. Serino routinely handles competitive procurements under FAR Part 15, utilizing performance-based contracting methods and incentive structures to align vendor outcomes with agency objectives. Serino maintains professional relationships with a diverse range of contractors, including mid-to-large technology firms specializing in custom software development, engineering consulting, and computer equipment distribution. She engages with vendors across the commercial market, prioritizing responsive, technically capable offerors with proven track records in delivering high-integrity services. Her approach emphasizes transparent competition, rigorous source selection, and post-award performance oversight to ensure accountability and value. Serino’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. This indicates a deliberate focus on selecting the most qualified offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, rather than reserving contracts for specific small business categories. While she does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her process remains fully compliant with all small business participation goals through unrestricted competition. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Custom Computer Programming Services, Engineering Services, Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesaling, Research and Development in Physical Sciences, and Professional Organizations. This reflects deep expertise in procuring technical services for software development, systems engineering, scientific R&D, and institutional support—domains requiring specialized knowledge and rigorous technical evaluation criteria.