Tara C Knox

Tara C Knox serves as a primary procurement contact, managing acquisitions and supporting the agency's mission through the procurement of technical services and specialized equipment. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns show a primary reliance on full and open competitions, with no set-aside requirements applied to the majority of actions. However, there is a documented commitment to small business participation, with a portion of acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. The technical focus of these procurements is heavily concentrated in scientific and engineering domains. The primary area of expertise involves Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, complemented by the procurement of analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing. Additionally, the portfolio includes requirements for other scientific and technical consulting services as well as the repair and maintenance of electronic and precision equipment.