Bonnie Evangelista

Bonnie Evangelista serves as a Contract Specialist at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Charleston Procurement Office, where she plays a pivotal role in securing critical resources that sustain high-fidelity law enforcement training environments. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—she ensures compliance with federal regulations while aligning procurements with operational readiness goals. Her portfolio primarily includes contracts for tactical equipment, firearms training systems, facility maintenance services, and specialized maritime training assets, all designed to replicate real-world enforcement scenarios with precision and safety. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Evangelista maintains robust partnerships with a diverse ecosystem of vendors, including small businesses specializing in law enforcement training technology, safety equipment manufacturers, and infrastructure support contractors. Her approach emphasizes collaborative engagement, early vendor outreach, and clear performance metrics to ensure deliverables meet the stringent operational demands of federal law enforcement trainees. Evangelista is deeply committed to small business participation, consistently applying a 100% total small business set-aside strategy across her acquisitions in accordance with FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate and sustained focus on empowering small businesses, including 8(a), HUBZone, and women-owned firms, to contribute meaningfully to national security training capabilities. Her contracting patterns prioritize socioeconomic goals without compromising mission effectiveness. Her industry focus centers on NAICS categories related to defense and law enforcement training systems, including specialized equipment manufacturing, tactical simulation software, facility modernization, and technical support services for operational infrastructure. Evangelista brings deep domain expertise in procuring mission-critical systems that enhance firearms proficiency, vessel-based tactical operations, and training facility integrity, ensuring federal agents are prepared for the most demanding real-world environments.