Suzanne M. McLaughlin

Suzanne M. McLaughlin 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. Her role is central to ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through efficient, transparent, and equitable contracting practices. She routinely handles complex construction, manufacturing, and information technology procurements, applying sound negotiation techniques and risk mitigation strategies to deliver mission-critical goods and services in alignment with FAR guidelines. McLaughlin cultivates strong working relationships with a diverse range of vendors, particularly small businesses that meet socioeconomic criteria. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering specialized construction services, precision manufacturing equipment, and digital content solutions. She prioritizes collaborative vendor partnerships that emphasize performance, accountability, and regulatory adherence, fostering an environment where contractors are held to high standards of quality and compliance. A defining feature of McLaughlin’s contracting approach is her strong emphasis on small business set-asides, with 83.3% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 16.7% specifically reserved for Women-Owned Small Businesses. This reflects a deliberate and sustained commitment to expanding economic opportunity and ensuring equitable access to federal contracting opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs. Her pattern of socioeconomic targeting aligns with broader federal goals to increase participation by disadvantaged business concerns. Her primary industry focus centers on Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (NAICS 237310), with significant activity in Oil and Gas Pipeline Construction (237120), Carpet and Rug Mills (314110), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517), and Information Services (511210). This technical diversity demonstrates expertise across civil infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, and digital content delivery, positioning her as a versatile procurement professional adept at navigating complex technical requirements across multiple domains.