Vanessa K. Borden

Vanessa K. Borden serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurement actions for technical equipment and electronic systems. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities to support national infrastructure and communication systems. Her acquisitions typically involve the procurement of radio and television broadcasting equipment, switchgear systems, electronic components, and precision measuring devices, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes under FAR Part 15. Vanessa collaborates with a diverse array of manufacturers and suppliers specializing in high-reliability electronic systems, including firms engaged in the design and production of capacitors, transformers, and industrial control devices. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with both large prime contractors and specialized small businesses capable of meeting stringent performance and certification standards. Her working relationships are characterized by transparency, competitive rigor, and a focus on technical capability over volume. Her contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 85.4% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, dedicating 12.2% of her portfolio to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 2.4% specifically to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This demonstrates a balanced approach—prioritizing market competition while intentionally fostering socioeconomic inclusion in high-technology procurement. Vanessa’s primary industry focus lies in NAICS 334220, where she procures wireless communications equipment, followed by specialized manufacturing categories including switchgear (335313), passive electronic components (334416), and other electronic components and measuring devices. Her expertise spans electromechanical systems, signal transmission infrastructure, and industrial control hardware, positioning her as a key liaison between technical requirements and compliant, high-performance procurement outcomes.