Recognizing Small Business Excellence: SRNS' Award Winning Subcontractor
A subcontractor for Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) was recently named the U.S. Small Business Administration's 2025 Southeast Region Small Business Subcontractor of the Year. This award celebrates the invaluable role that subcontractors play in driving forward America's critical missions and highlights the contributions of Diversified Supply, Inc. (OSI).
Lisa Tanner, SRNS Small Business Liaison Officer; Cynthia Williams, Diversified Supply, Inc. (DSI) Strategic Account Executive; and Melissa Lindler, District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration, during the award ceremony. DSI was nominated as the 2025 Southeast Region Small Business Subcontract of the Year.
Since 1993, OSI has partnered with the Savannah River Site (SRS) to provide a range of essential supplies, including electrical instrumentation (wire, cable, boxes and fuses), batteries, personal protective equipment, micro-fuel cells, oxygen sensors, and Grainger catalog items.
Initially operating from Chattanooga, Tennessee, OSI responded to SRS's request for faster delivery times by opening a warehouse in Augusta, Georgia, in 1996. With the growing need for Just in Time (JIT) orders, OSI further demonstrated its commitment by establishing a facility in Aiken, South Carolina, in 1998, significantly reducing delivery times and expenses.
"DSl's unwavering support and adaptability truly set them apart," said Pamela Boyd, SRNS Manager of Strategic Sourcing and Material Planning. 'They continually strengthen ties with manufacturers and authorized distributors, achieving an impressive on time delivery rate of 95% or higher for nine months in 2024."
DSl's dedication to quality and efficiency has played a pivotal role in the success of numerous projects at SRS.
"This is one of the most notable awards we have received in our 37 years of business," said OSI President Dan K. Anderson. "Understanding that the federal government has the largest procurement organization in the world, we are honored to be recognized.
After 30 years of collaboration with SRS, our journey proves that perseverance and hard work lead to great outcomes for small businesses."
Over the years, SRNS Procurement has closely mentored OSI, helping them enhance their value propositions for all customers. This guidance covered JIT delivery, improved scorecards, and faster delivery times. Recently, OSI piloted scannable labels in SRS warehouses and transitioned a catalog agreement to verify orders before delivery, minimizing receiving issues and improving customer service. Additionally, OSI strengthened ties with specific manufacturers, resulting in nine new agreements with SRNS to meet material needs.
Matthew Fail, SRNS Senior Material Processor demonstrates the use of scannable labels now piloted in receiving warehouses at the Savannah River Site.
"From the beginning, OSI has been a vital partner in addressing some of our most complex operational challenges," said Lisa Tanner, SRNS Small Business Liaison Officer. "Their expertise and proactive approaches have consistently surpassed expectations, advancing key initiatives in nuclear security and environmental stewardship."
For prospective suppliers, Tanner emphasizes the importance of strategic adaptability. "We seek suppliers who evolve to match our changing mission scopes- those who enhance our efficiency, ensure timely delivery of goods and further DOE missions."
"DSl's award exemplifies the strength and success of our long-term supplier relationship," said Jay Johnson, SRNS Business Services Deputy Senior Vice President and Chief Contracting Officer. "Together, we are building a legacy of excellence and setting new industry standards. We are confident that OSI will continue to be instrumental in our journey of innovation and progress."
DSI increased dedicated associates for SRNS, leading to nine new agreements. The DSI team, from left: Nyzhaun "Rel" Frederick, Nicki Dunbar, Sean Wills, Lila Santiago, Rob Wagner, Rhonda Mumford, Glavin Prior, Brandon Thorne and President Dan K. Anderson.