Valeria C Thomas

Valeria C. Thomas serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from solicitation through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through efficient, transparent, and competitive contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses construction, engineering, and facilities support services, with a focus on delivering high-value, mission-enabling solutions. Thomas routinely handles sealed bids, negotiated procurements, and small business set-asides, demonstrating proficiency in both simplified and complex acquisition methodologies under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, general contractors, and professional service providers. She fosters collaborative relationships with firms capable of delivering integrated solutions across construction, engineering, and facility operations, emphasizing performance-based outcomes and contract compliance. Her approach reflects a preference for competitive environments that promote innovation and accountability, ensuring robust vendor participation across market segments. Thomas demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with 70% of her awards issued under full and open competition, while actively leveraging set-aside authorities to support small business growth. She frequently utilizes 8(a) competed contracts (20%) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides (10%), aligning with federal priorities to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and veteran-owned enterprises. Her procurement strategy balances competitive integrity with meaningful small business inclusion. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), followed by engineering services (541330) and facilities support (561210 and 561720), with supplemental activity in warehousing and storage (493190). This reflects deep expertise in managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects requiring coordination between construction, technical engineering, and operational support services, positioning her as a key steward of mission infrastructure and institutional capacity.