Cassandra Porter-Hickman

Cassandra Porter-Hickman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning contract actions with agency mission objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services and technical support contracts, with a strong emphasis on efficiency, transparency, and regulatory adherence. She routinely handles competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, including RFPs for complex service-based requirements, and works closely with program managers to translate operational needs into enforceable contract terms. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable due to limited award data, her procurement patterns suggest a focus on engaging qualified vendors with demonstrated technical capability in energy support services, professional associations, and information technology solutions. She engages with a diverse pool of contractors, including both large primes and small businesses, prioritizing responsive, compliant, and performance-driven partners who meet stringent evaluation criteria. Cassandra maintains a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside.” This reflects a strategic emphasis on maximizing competition and value rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though she remains fully compliant with all small business program requirements and actively considers qualified small businesses within open competitions. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 213112 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations), where she procures field services, logistics support, and environmental compliance services. She also regularly acquires professional organizational services under NAICS 813920 and specialized IT support under NAICS 541519, demonstrating expertise in technical services for energy infrastructure and enterprise systems. Her domain knowledge spans operational support, regulatory compliance, and mission-critical IT solutions within highly regulated environments.