Wynona N. Rath

Wynona N. Rath 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 in complex technical and environmental domains. Her portfolio primarily involves sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a strong emphasis on delivering mission-critical infrastructure and environmental services. Rath’s work supports the agency’s operational readiness by securing specialized equipment and hazardous waste management solutions that meet stringent federal standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Rath maintains a consistent procurement pattern centered on small business participation, fostering partnerships with firms certified under socioeconomic programs aligned with her set-aside priorities. Her contracting approach emphasizes transparency, fair competition, and vendor development, encouraging new entrants and historically underrepresented businesses to engage in federal contracting. She routinely engages with vendors through pre-solicitation outreach, industry days, and small business networking events to build a robust and capable supplier base. Rath exhibits a 100% preference for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a steadfast commitment to advancing small business participation in federal procurement. She prioritizes contracting opportunities reserved exclusively for small businesses, ensuring equitable access to government contracts without reliance on large business prime contractors. Her pattern demonstrates a deliberate strategy to empower small businesses by structuring requirements to be achievable by firms with limited capacity, aligning with the spirit of the Small Business Act. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335313 (Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing) and NAICS 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal). She procures high-voltage electrical distribution components and specialized hazardous waste treatment systems, requiring deep technical understanding of engineering specifications and environmental compliance standards. Rath’s expertise spans electrical infrastructure modernization and regulated waste management, making her a key liaison between technical stakeholders and contracted vendors in these highly regulated domains.