Susan L. Banach

Susan L. Banach serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and advancing the agency’s mission through efficient, transparent, and legally sound procurement practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses service-based contracts, with a strong emphasis on real estate leasing, building maintenance, legal support, and technical drafting services. Banach consistently applies sound acquisition strategy to balance fiscal responsibility with operational needs, ensuring that contracts align with agency priorities and regulatory requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Banach engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large service providers and small businesses, particularly in the commercial real estate and professional services sectors. Her working relationships are characterized by a focus on performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and structured contract monitoring to ensure deliverables meet established standards. She maintains a vendor ecosystem that emphasizes reliability, compliance, and responsiveness to evolving operational demands. Banach demonstrates a clear preference for non-set-aside acquisitions, with 80% of her awards issued under full and open competition. However, she actively supports small business participation, consistently allocating 20% of her contract actions to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced approach that prioritizes competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for small businesses to contribute to federal service delivery. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 531120 (Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings), 541199 (Other Legal Services), 561790 (Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings), and 541340 (Drafting Services). These categories indicate deep expertise in facility management, professional legal support, building maintenance, and technical documentation. Banach’s domain knowledge enables her to effectively evaluate technical proposals, define performance metrics, and manage contracts requiring specialized industry knowledge in commercial real estate and professional services.