Rosie Zaragoza-Santos

Rosie Zaragoza-Santos serves as a Contract Specialist at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Glynco Procurement Office, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic acquisitions that sustain the operational readiness of federal law enforcement training infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for mission-critical facilities, support services, and technical systems essential to modern training environments, including procurement of maintenance, logistics, and facility-related supplies. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to equip law enforcement personnel with secure, reliable, and up-to-date resources through compliant, transparent, and efficient contracting practices. Zaragoza-Santos maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including Diversified Fabricators & Erectors, Inc., Range Cleaners Inc., Builders Supply Inc., Reynolds-Warren Equipment Company, Inc., and Contender Boats Inc., reflecting a focus on specialized contractors capable of delivering tailored solutions for training facilities, vehicle maintenance, sanitation, and aquatic operations. Her procurement patterns indicate a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in law enforcement support environments, fostering long-term partnerships built on reliability, compliance, and performance-driven delivery. Her contracting approach demonstrates strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 47% of awards directed toward small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, including a notable emphasis on 8(a) competed and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) programs. This reflects a deliberate strategy to broaden vendor diversity while maintaining mission-critical standards, aligning with federal socioeconomic goals without compromising acquisition integrity. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services), 423120 (Motor Vehicle Supplies), 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), and niche categories such as 312112 (Bottled Water Manufacturing) and 311111 (Pet Food Manufacturing), indicating a unique blend of facility operations and logistical support needs. Her expertise lies in procuring specialized, high-volume consumables and maintenance services critical to sustaining large-scale, 24/7 federal training operations.