Selethia C Middleton

Selethia Middleton serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promotes efficient, transparent procurement practices aligned with agency mission objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses commercial goods and specialized manufacturing products, with a focus on procuring items that support public health and consumer safety infrastructure. Middleton handles a mix of sealed bid and negotiated procurements, often utilizing simplified acquisition procedures for lower-value requirements while ensuring rigorous market research and competition for higher-complexity contracts. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Middleton’s procurement patterns suggest consistent engagement with a broad base of commercial manufacturers and wholesale distributors. Her approach emphasizes open competition and vendor diversity, fostering relationships with both established industry players and emerging suppliers capable of meeting technical specifications for regulated products. She prioritizes clear solicitation language and timely contract modifications to maintain operational continuity and vendor accountability. Middleton’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 92.6% of awards issued without set-aside designations. The remaining 7.4% are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides pursuant to FAR 19.5, indicating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation. She does not appear to routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead favoring broad small business eligibility under the general small business category to maximize competition while maintaining regulatory compliance. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing), 312111 (Soft Drink Manufacturing), 311812 (Commercial Bakeries), 423830 (Industrial Machinery and Equipment Merchant Wholesalers), and 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing). This demonstrates technical expertise in regulated consumer goods and industrial supply chains, particularly where quality control, labeling compliance, and FDA or USDA alignment are critical. Middleton’s work supports the procurement of essential, safety-sensitive products requiring adherence to stringent manufacturing and distribution standards.