Teresa Rotunno

Teresa Rotunno serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing federal acquisitions within the hydronics and plumbing equipment supply sector. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through strategic sourcing of critical infrastructure components. Her portfolio centers on competitive contracting actions under FAR Part 12 and Part 15, primarily utilizing sealed bidding and negotiated procurement methods to secure high-quality plumbing, heating, and hydronic system equipment. She plays a pivotal role in translating operational needs into solicitation requirements that align with technical specifications and lifecycle cost considerations. Rotunno maintains a consistent and transparent contracting process with a broad base of merchant wholesalers and specialty distributors serving the hydronics industry. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she routinely engages with certified small businesses that specialize in the distribution of valves, pumps, heat exchangers, and associated hydronic control systems. Her approach emphasizes fair competition, clear performance metrics, and post-award contract administration to ensure delivery of reliable, code-compliant equipment. A defining feature of her procurement strategy is a 100% commitment to Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a robust dedication to socioeconomic objectives. She exclusively awards contracts to small businesses, fostering opportunities for economically disadvantaged firms and promoting market diversity within the wholesale distribution sector. This consistent focus enhances small business viability and strengthens the resilience of the supply chain for critical building systems. Her technical expertise is narrowly focused on NAICS 423720, encompassing the procurement of hydronic equipment and plumbing supplies for institutional, municipal, and federal facilities. She possesses deep familiarity with industry standards such as ASME, ASTM, and IBC requirements, ensuring acquired products meet rigorous safety and performance benchmarks. Her domain knowledge enables her to craft precise technical statements of work and evaluate vendor capabilities with precision, making her a trusted steward of mission-critical infrastructure procurement.