Sherry A Smallwood

Sherry A. Smallwood serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential professional services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses non-construction services requiring specialized technical expertise, with a focus on professional, scientific, and technical support functions that enable operational efficiency and mission readiness. Sherry cultivates relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including professional services firms, wholesale distributors of technical equipment, and telecommunications providers. While no single contractor dominates her award portfolio, she consistently engages with firms capable of delivering high-complexity, low-volume services requiring niche domain knowledge. Her contracting approach emphasizes fair competition, rigorous evaluation criteria, and timely contract performance oversight, fostering reliable vendor partnerships grounded in regulatory compliance and performance accountability. Her procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 98.1% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, she demonstrates a deliberate and consistent commitment to small business participation, allocating approximately 1.9% of her acquisitions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a measured approach to socioeconomic goals, prioritizing broad market access while maintaining competitive integrity and mission-critical service delivery. Sherry’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), where she acquires consulting, analytical, and technical support services. She also regularly procures professional equipment and supplies through NAICS 423490 and telecommunications solutions under NAICS 517410. Her expertise spans the integration of technical services with administrative support functions, particularly in areas requiring specialized knowledge in data management, communications infrastructure, and professional staffing solutions.