Christina Heller

Christina D. Heller serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in advancing her agency’s mission by ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, including the FAR and socioeconomic guidelines. Her portfolio primarily consists of professional services contracts, with a strong emphasis on consulting, technical advisory, and information technology support. Heller works closely with program managers and acquisition teams to align contracting strategies with operational needs, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective solutions. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Heller maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships, engaging both large prime contractors and small businesses across the professional services sector. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive solicitation practices and transparent evaluation processes, fostering a level playing field for firms capable of delivering high-quality technical and management consulting services. She consistently prioritizes fair competition while ensuring contract performance standards are rigorously upheld. Heller demonstrates a clear commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 43% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides. Her pattern reflects a strategic focus on 8(a) competed contracts and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, alongside a consistent use of HUBZone set-asides. This reflects a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for underserved businesses and promote economic growth in designated communities, aligning with federal goals for equitable contracting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes 541618 (Other Management Consulting Services) and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), which together account for over 60% of her activity. She also frequently acquires services under 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), indicating deep expertise in IT advisory, systems integration, and technical support. Her domain knowledge spans strategic planning, data analytics, and technology implementation, positioning her as a specialist in complex, knowledge-based service acquisitions.