Cheree Lancaster

Cheree Lancaster serves as a Purchasing Agent within the 693JJ4 Office of Acquisition Management at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurement strategies that advance the agency’s mission of enhancing commercial motor vehicle safety through data-driven oversight and technological modernization. She manages a diverse portfolio of professional and technical service acquisitions, primarily focused on consulting, systems integration, and regulatory compliance support. Her work ensures that contracting activities align with federal procurement regulations and support the FMCSA’s strategic goals in safety analytics, information system modernization, and operational resilience. Lancaster maintains a consistent working relationship with the National Institute for Safety Research Inc., a key contractor providing specialized safety research and technical advisory services. Her procurement approach emphasizes long-term, performance-based partnerships with vendors capable of delivering high-integrity, evidence-based solutions to complex transportation safety challenges. She collaborates closely with technical stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and ensure contract deliverables meet rigorous federal standards for data accuracy and operational effectiveness. A strong advocate for small business participation, Lancaster consistently prioritizes Small Business Set-Aside contracts under FAR 19.5, with approximately 71.4% of her awards designated for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and expand the pool of qualified vendors capable of supporting the agency’s technical needs. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a commitment to socioeconomic equity and workforce development within the federal procurement ecosystem. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and NAICS 561710 (Exterminating and Pest Control Services), reflecting a dual emphasis on high-level consulting services and specialized operational support functions. While the latter may appear incongruous, it underscores the breadth of her portfolio, which includes ancillary services critical to maintaining safe and compliant transportation infrastructure environments.