Valerie D. Whipple

Valerie D. Whipple serves as a Senior Contract Specialist responsible for managing complex procurements across professional, scientific, and educational services. In her role, she ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through strategic sourcing and contract administration. She typically handles competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, including requests for proposals and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts, with a focus on securing high-value technical expertise and institutional support services. Her work is foundational to the agency’s ability to access specialized knowledge and operational capabilities through efficient, transparent contracting practices. Valerie collaborates with a diverse array of vendors, including large professional services firms, niche consulting organizations, and academic institutions. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages firms with proven expertise in technical consulting, educational program delivery, and digital content development. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition and merit-based selection, fostering a level playing field among qualified offerors without reliance on exclusive or sole-source arrangements. Ms. Whipple’s procurement strategy reflects a strong orientation toward full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. She does not routinely utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, instead prioritizing capability, past performance, and cost-effectiveness in source selection. This approach underscores a commitment to maximizing value through broad market engagement rather than targeted socioeconomic preferences. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 511210 (Software Publishers), 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools), and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services). She routinely procures custom software solutions, research and analytical services, curriculum development, and expert consulting support, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical and operational demands of knowledge-intensive service sectors.