Alisha M. Willis

Alisha M. Willis serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s mission by structuring solicitations, evaluating proposals, and awarding contracts that deliver mission-critical goods and services. Her portfolio typically includes service-based acquisitions requiring strong project management, technical oversight, and performance-based contracting methodologies. Willis is known for her disciplined application of acquisition strategy, balancing regulatory compliance with operational flexibility to meet evolving agency needs. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable due to limited award data, Willis consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier contractors, and prime contractors capable of delivering complex services. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and accountability mechanisms to ensure contractor performance aligns with mission objectives. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry partners who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and a commitment to ethical business practices. Willis demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately two-thirds of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This pattern reflects a deliberate focus on expanding opportunities for small businesses, including those owned by women, veterans, and economically disadvantaged individuals. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a strategic effort to promote equitable access to federal contracting and strengthen the small business ecosystem through intentional acquisition planning. Although specific NAICS codes are not available, her acquisitions are primarily centered on professional, technical, and administrative support services, suggesting expertise in areas such as consulting, logistics, training, and program management. Her work supports operational readiness through the procurement of specialized services rather than hardware or construction, indicating a focus on knowledge-based and mission-enabling solutions.