Susan Burraston

Susan Burraston serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing agency procurement objectives through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily includes complex procurements involving manufacturing, educational support, and specialized services, requiring nuanced understanding of technical specifications and socioeconomic compliance. Burraston works closely with program offices to align contracting strategies with mission needs, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services while maintaining rigorous oversight. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier manufacturers, and service providers across multiple sectors. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors through clear communication, fair evaluation criteria, and adherence to competitive procedures, promoting trust and accountability in the procurement ecosystem. Her approach emphasizes equitable access to opportunities, particularly for firms meeting socioeconomic criteria. Burraston demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over half of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity. Her contracting patterns show minimal use of other set-aside categories, indicating a preference for broad-based small business inclusion rather than targeted socioeconomic programs like 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. This approach supports the broader federal goal of fostering a resilient small business supply base. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 334290 (Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing), 336212 (Truck Trailer Manufacturing), and 611710 (Educational Support Services), each representing approximately 13.3% of her activity. She also regularly procures services under 812210 (Funeral Homes and Funeral Services) and 811219 (Other Personal Services). This diverse technical portfolio suggests expertise in both industrial manufacturing and mission-critical support services, requiring familiarity with technical standards, logistics, and service-level performance metrics.