Shirley A Forster

Shirley A. Forster serves as a Publishing Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition of commercial printing and book production services to support government information dissemination and public outreach initiatives. In this role, she ensures the timely and cost-effective procurement of high-quality printed materials, including reports, publications, and instructional materials, aligning with federal standards for accuracy, accessibility, and security. Her work is critical to fulfilling the agency’s mission of transparent communication with the public and stakeholders, operating within the framework of federal acquisition regulations to deliver mission-critical publishing solutions. Forster collaborates with a broad network of commercial printers and specialized book manufacturers, maintaining long-term vendor relationships grounded in consistent performance, quality control, and adherence to technical specifications such as color fidelity, paper weight, and binding standards. She engages primarily with established printing firms capable of handling large-volume runs and complex production workflows, often requiring compliance with government formatting and security protocols. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, scalability, and turnaround efficiency over sole-source or niche vendor dependency. Her procurement activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on capability and capacity rather than socioeconomic classifications. While she does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her process remains fully compliant with all federal small business participation goals, ensuring fair opportunity for all qualified vendors regardless of certification status. Forster’s primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 323111 (Commercial Printing, excluding screen and books), which accounts for 91.7% of her activity, encompassing offset, digital, and large-format printing services. The remaining 8.3% involves NAICS 323117 (Books Printing), where she oversees the production of bound volumes, including hardcover and softcover publications. Her domain expertise centers on print lifecycle management—from design validation to final delivery—ensuring that all materials meet federal publishing standards and archival requirements.