Contract Specialist Supervisor

Contract Specialist Supervisor leads a team of procurement professionals within the Virginia Contracting Activity (HHM402), a critical component of the Defense Intelligence Agency’s mission to secure advanced technical services for classified intelligence operations. Responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of complex acquisitions, they ensure compliance with FAR and DFARS regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities in systems analysis, real-time data exploitation, and custom software development. Their portfolio centers on high-acuity technical services supporting intelligence processing, missile systems, and engineering research, requiring rigorous security clearances and specialized contract vehicles such as IDIQs and performance-based agreements. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, the supervisor maintains strategic relationships with a diverse pool of cleared vendors, including defense contractors, systems integrators, and niche technical service providers with expertise in intelligence community requirements. Their contracting approach emphasizes performance metrics, risk mitigation, and continuous oversight to ensure deliverables meet stringent operational and security standards. Vendor partnerships are cultivated through transparent solicitation processes, post-award performance evaluations, and collaborative contract administration to sustain mission readiness. The supervisor demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 24% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and 4% allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. While the majority of acquisitions (72%) are unrestricted, proactive outreach to small businesses ensures broad competition and capability development within the national security supply chain. This balanced approach aligns with DoD mandates to foster innovation and resilience through diverse vendor participation. Primary procurement activity focuses on NAICS 561110 (Office Administrative Services) for mission support functions, followed by specialized services in management consulting (541611), miscellaneous manufacturing (339999), and construction machinery (333120). Architectural services (541310) are also procured to support facility modernization for secure intelligence environments. Their technical expertise spans engineering, software development, and systems integration tailored to classified operational needs.