Suzanne Rippenbaum

Suzanne Rippenbaum serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex information technology and professional services acquisitions in support of federal mission objectives. She oversees the full lifecycle of contract actions—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and agency procurement policies. Her portfolio primarily centers on technical services requiring specialized expertise in software development, systems integration, and engineering support, making her a key contributor to the agency’s digital transformation and operational efficiency goals. While specific contractor names are not available, Rippenbaum maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships spanning large primes and small businesses, with a consistent emphasis on competitive bidding and fair market access. Her procurement approach prioritizes transparency, risk mitigation, and performance-based outcomes, fostering collaborative relationships with contractors who demonstrate technical proficiency and past performance in IT services. She actively engages with industry through market research and pre-solicitation outreach to ensure requirements are well-defined and achievable. Rippenbaum demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly one-third of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional five percent reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs). Her pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to promote small business participation while maintaining program integrity and value, aligning with federal mandates to expand opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), indicating deep expertise in software development, systems architecture, and IT consulting. She also regularly procures services under 511210 (Software Publishers) and 541330 (Engineering Services), underscoring her technical proficiency in both commercial and mission-critical IT domains. Her work supports the acquisition of tailored digital solutions that enhance operational capability and service delivery.