Tamara J Verdon

Tamara S. Verdon serves as a Contract Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. She oversees the solicitation, evaluation, award, and administration of contracts for technology-driven services and equipment, with a focus on supporting mission-critical IT infrastructure and digital solutions. Her role is central to executing the agency’s acquisition strategy, balancing operational needs with socioeconomic goals and regulatory compliance. Verdon typically handles complex, performance-based acquisitions requiring technical expertise in software development, systems integration, and hardware procurement. While specific contractor names are not available, Verdon maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships spanning large prime contractors and small businesses, particularly those with specialized capabilities in computer systems design, custom programming, and electronic manufacturing. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations, with a strong emphasis on fair and equitable access for qualified vendors. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry stakeholders to ensure market responsiveness and innovation in delivered solutions. Verdon demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with nearly one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and an additional 4.2% designated for HUBZone firms. Her procurement approach prioritizes socioeconomic program utilization, aligning with federal mandates to increase opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses while maintaining rigorous performance standards. She avoids set-asides in the majority of cases, indicating a balanced strategy that promotes competition while intentionally reserving select opportunities for eligible small businesses. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories related to computer systems design, custom programming, electronic manufacturing, and wholesale distribution of computer equipment and software. Verdon specializes in acquiring technical services and hardware solutions that support digital transformation, data infrastructure, and IT modernization initiatives. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of information technology procurement, from software development to hardware supply chain management, reflecting a deep understanding of the evolving tech landscape and its public sector applications.