Rene Valdivia

Rene Valdivia serves as a primary procurement contact, managing acquisitions and overseeing the contractual requirements necessary to support the agency's mission. In this role, they facilitate the procurement process to ensure the delivery of critical technical services and specialized equipment. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a significant commitment to small business participation. Approximately 30% of procurement activity is directed toward 8(a) Sole Source awards, while 25% is allocated to Total Small Business Set-Asides. Additionally, 5% of awards are designated for Women-Owned Small Businesses, with the remaining 40% categorized as No Set-Aside. The primary industry focus is centered on high-technology and specialized manufacturing. Procurement activity is most heavily concentrated in software publishing (NAICS 513210) and other computer-related services (NAICS 541519). The technical domain expertise also extends to the manufacturing of electronic components, plastics products, and search, detection, navigation, guidance, aeronautical, and nautical systems and instruments.