Alisha M. Willis

Alisha M. Willis serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily includes complex procurements involving specialized manufacturing, laboratory equipment, and technical services, requiring deep subject matter expertise and meticulous contract oversight to meet operational and regulatory standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Alisha cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier manufacturers, and technical service providers. Her contracting approach emphasizes fair competition and rigorous source selection, fostering relationships with firms capable of meeting stringent technical specifications and delivery timelines. She consistently engages with vendors across multiple socioeconomic categories, promoting equitable access to federal opportunities and encouraging vendor responsiveness through clear communication and structured solicitation practices. Alisha demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 55.6% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to prioritize small businesses across all socioeconomic categories, including 8(a), HUBZone, and women-owned small businesses, even when not explicitly mandated. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a proactive effort to expand economic opportunity and enhance supplier diversity within the federal marketplace. Her primary procurement focus centers on five key NAICS categories: manufacturing of small arms and ordnance accessories, analytical laboratory instruments, surgical appliances and supplies, software publishing (NAICS 511210), and nonresidential building lessors. These areas indicate expertise in defense-related hardware, medical technology, scientific instrumentation, and facility support services—domains requiring precise technical evaluation and risk mitigation in contract execution.