Berneta Ellis

Berneta Ellis serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions of professional, scientific, and technical services critical to national security operations. Her responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, conducting market research, evaluating proposals, and managing contract performance to ensure alignment with mission-critical objectives in cybersecurity, systems engineering, and physical sciences. She routinely handles full lifecycle procurements for high-integrity technical services, with a focus on ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and promoting operational readiness across DHS components. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Ellis maintains a robust network of vendors specializing in pharmaceutical preparation, computer-related services, and information technology solutions. Her working relationships emphasize technical proficiency, regulatory compliance, and performance accountability, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering specialized scientific and engineering support under stringent security protocols. She engages with both large prime contractors and qualified small businesses, prioritizing capability over size while ensuring rigorous source selection and contract administration standards. Ellis’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides. This indicates a strategic focus on accessing the broadest possible talent pool to meet mission-critical technical requirements, rather than prioritizing socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her approach underscores a commitment to mission efficacy and technical excellence over socioeconomic targeting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 325412 (Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing), NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting deep expertise in procuring specialized pharmaceutical formulations, custom software development, and advanced information systems. She consistently sources solutions that integrate scientific research with operational technology, supporting DHS’s mission to safeguard critical infrastructure through innovation in engineering and cybersecurity domains.