Cortney T Bess

Cortney T. Bess serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. Her role is central to ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and advancing the agency’s mission through efficient, transparent procurement practices. She routinely handles complex service and technical acquisitions, with a primary focus on information services and digital solutions under NAICS 519130, reflecting her expertise in non-traditional software and data-driven services. Her work supports mission-critical operations by securing innovative, cost-effective solutions from a diverse vendor base. While specific contractor names are not available, Cortney maintains a broad network of vendors capable of delivering specialized information services, including firms with expertise in content management, data analytics, and digital platform development. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for competitive, open-market procurements, with minimal reliance on sole-source or limited competition mechanisms. She engages with both large-capability contractors and small businesses, fostering a procurement environment grounded in fair and open competition. Cortney’s set-aside preferences reflect a strong alignment with FAR Part 19, with 93.3% of her acquisitions conducted as non-set-aside actions and 6.7% designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides. This demonstrates a measured commitment to small business participation, prioritizing competition while ensuring eligible small businesses have meaningful access to opportunities under appropriate circumstances. Her approach balances broad market access with targeted socioeconomic goals, consistent with federal priorities for inclusive contracting. Her primary procurement focus is NAICS 519130, which encompasses information services such as web content management, digital publishing, and data aggregation. She also occasionally procures specialized aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment under NAICS 336413, indicating technical familiarity with defense-related supply chains. Cortney’s expertise lies in acquiring complex, non-standard information services requiring nuanced requirements development and vendor evaluation, positioning her as a key resource for mission-supporting digital acquisitions.