Sara Collins

Sara Collins serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition 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 transparent contract actions that support mission-critical infrastructure and technical services. Her portfolio primarily encompasses construction, engineering, and utility-related procurements, with a focus on commercial and institutional building projects, mechanical systems, and power generation infrastructure. She works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align contracting strategies with operational needs while maintaining rigorous oversight of contract performance and compliance. Sara collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including general contractors, specialty trade firms, and engineering service providers, to deliver complex capital projects and technical solutions. Her working relationships are characterized by a preference for established vendors with proven performance records in construction and facility systems, though she actively encourages new entrants through open competition and clear solicitation language. She maintains a transparent and structured approach to vendor engagement, ensuring fair and equitable competition while upholding integrity in source selection processes. Sara’s contracting patterns reflect a strong emphasis on open competition, with 89.5% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. She demonstrates measured support for socioeconomic programs, allocating approximately 5.3% of her portfolio to HUBZone concerns and 2.6% each to Total Small Business Set-Asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, aligning with federal goals while prioritizing value and capability. Her approach balances small business participation with mission readiness, ensuring that socioeconomic objectives are met without compromising technical or schedule requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 333921 (Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing), 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 221118 (Other Electric Power Generation). She specializes in procuring integrated facility systems, mechanical and electrical infrastructure, and power generation equipment, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with building codes, energy systems, and construction project delivery methods.