Vallerie M Redd

Vallerie M. Redd serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives through transparent, competitive processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical services and specialized manufacturing contracts, with a strong emphasis on scientific instrumentation, analytical laboratory equipment, and professional consulting services supporting research and development activities. Redd’s expertise lies in structuring solicitations that balance technical rigor with regulatory compliance, ensuring timely delivery of high-value goods and services to support scientific and technical operations. While specific contractor names are not available, Redd maintains a broad network of vendors aligned with her primary NAICS categories, including manufacturers of analytical laboratory instruments and firms providing scientific and technical consulting. Her procurement approach favors open competition, with the majority of awards issued under general commercial practices. She engages with both large industry players and small businesses, fostering relationships grounded in performance accountability and regulatory adherence. Redd’s set-aside preferences reflect a strong orientation toward broad market competition, with 90.5% of awards issued as non-set-aside procurements. Nevertheless, she consistently supports small business participation, dedicating 8.5% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and a smaller but intentional portion to 8(a) competed contracts. This pattern indicates a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising competition or mission needs. Her technical focus centers on NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), followed by professional services in scientific consulting (541690) and R&D in physical and engineering sciences (541712). She routinely procures precision instrumentation, laboratory testing systems, and specialized technical services supporting environmental, chemical, and materials research, demonstrating deep familiarity with scientific procurement requirements and technical specifications in high-compliance domains.