Ronette C. McBean-Felder

Ronette C. McBean-Felder serves as a key procurement professional within the Department of Labor’s Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management (OASAM), overseeing acquisitions that support the agency’s operational infrastructure and data collection systems. Her role centers on managing construction-related contracts essential to maintaining federal facilities and utilities that enable the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other mission-critical units to function effectively. She handles a portfolio of complex, federally funded construction procurements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while aligning acquisitions with OASAM’s strategic goals of data integrity and workforce analytics support. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, McBean-Felder maintains a robust network of construction contractors qualified to deliver commercial and institutional building services, as well as water and sewer infrastructure projects. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for vendors with proven experience in federal construction, including those holding specialized certifications for federal compliance, safety, and environmental standards. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical facilities. McBean-Felder demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 72.7% of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5. Her procurement strategy consistently prioritizes small business participation, aligning with OASAM’s mandate to promote equitable access to federal opportunities. This includes a significant focus on small disadvantaged businesses, HUBZone firms, and other eligible socioeconomically disadvantaged contractors, reinforcing the Department’s broader diversity and inclusion objectives. Her primary industry focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), reflecting her expertise in procuring facility upgrades, maintenance, and new construction for federal offices and data centers. She also manages NAICS 237110 (Water and Sewer Line Construction) projects to ensure utility reliability. Her technical domain expertise encompasses federal construction standards, sustainable building practices, and infrastructure resilience, ensuring all acquisitions meet the Department’s operational and environmental requirements.