Venus Y. De Liso

Venus Y. De Liso serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and supports mission-critical procurement initiatives across diverse technical domains. Her work encompasses complex procurements involving specialized equipment, technical services, and support solutions, often requiring coordination with engineering, logistics, and program management stakeholders to align contracting strategies with operational needs. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, De Liso maintains collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier contractors, and industry specialists in advanced manufacturing and aviation support. Her procurement approach emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and strict adherence to socioeconomic goals, fostering partnerships that prioritize innovation, reliability, and regulatory compliance. De Liso demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 80% of her acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This consistent preference reflects a strategic focus on expanding economic opportunity for small businesses, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs. Her contracting patterns prioritize inclusive competition, ensuring that small businesses have equitable access to federal opportunities across multiple sectors. Her primary procurement focus centers on five NAICS categories: 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), 335313 (switchgear and switchboard apparatus), 488190 (air transportation support services), 561311 (employment placement agencies), and 713940 (fitness and recreational sports centers). This diverse portfolio underscores her technical fluency in both high-tech defense and civilian infrastructure domains, enabling her to manage acquisitions ranging from precision instrumentation to personnel services and facility operations with equal rigor and precision.