Sue E Tate

Sue E. Tate serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions across technical and professional service domains. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing and contract administration. Her portfolio primarily encompasses research and development, custom software development, and engineering services, requiring deep familiarity with FAR Part 15 negotiated acquisitions and performance-based contracting methods. Tate’s work supports mission-critical initiatives that demand high technical specificity and rigorous vendor evaluation, often involving long-term service agreements and statement of work-driven deliverables. While specific contractor names are not available, Tate maintains a broad network of vendors capable of delivering high-complexity technical solutions. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open market opportunities, with a notable emphasis on small business engagement. She routinely collaborates with firms possessing specialized expertise in physical and life sciences R&D, custom computer programming, and engineering consulting, fostering partnerships that align with technical requirements and delivery timelines. Tate demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 85.7% of her awards issued under open competition and 10.7% designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. A smaller but consistent portion—3.6%—is reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, reflecting a deliberate effort to support veteran entrepreneurship. Her approach balances broad market access with targeted opportunities for certified small businesses, aligning with federal goals for equitable participation. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences), followed by 541511 (custom computer programming) and 541330 (engineering services). These categories indicate deep technical expertise in scientific innovation, software development, and systems engineering. She also periodically procures niche services in marinas and air transportation support, showcasing adaptability across diverse technical domains while maintaining rigorous standards for vendor capability and performance.