Victoria Kraus

Victoria K. Kraus serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing complex acquisitions across federal technology and equipment categories. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by overseeing contracts for office machinery, computer peripherals, and commercial industrial equipment. Her work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical hardware and leasing solutions that support operational readiness across government functions. Kraus routinely handles competitive procurements under FAR Part 12 and Part 13, balancing efficiency with compliance in both simplified and formal acquisition pathways. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect a broad vendor ecosystem including manufacturers, leasing firms, and wholesale distributors of office and computer equipment. She engages with both large-capability suppliers and small businesses, fostering competitive bidding environments that prioritize technical capability, delivery timelines, and service support. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and vendor reliability, particularly for high-volume, recurring equipment needs. Kraus demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 30% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) account for more than 5% of her awards, and she consistently includes 8(a) competed opportunities, reflecting a deliberate strategy to advance socioeconomic goals. Her contracting patterns align with federal priorities to broaden supplier diversity while maintaining fiscal responsibility and regulatory compliance. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 532420 (office machinery rental and leasing) and 334118 (computer peripheral equipment manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in acquiring desktop systems, imaging devices, and integrated hardware solutions. She also procures related industrial machinery and wholesale distribution services, demonstrating proficiency in technical specifications for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technology and maintenance-intensive equipment. Kraus’s domain knowledge spans procurement of IT-enabling hardware, leasing structures, and lifecycle management of office automation systems.