Courtney Byrd

Courtney Byrd serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security, where she plays a pivotal role in executing the acquisition of professional, scientific, and technical services critical to national security operations. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—for services that support operational readiness, systems integrity, and mission-critical infrastructure. Byrd specializes in procurements aligned with physical and engineering sciences, cybersecurity, and public safety support functions, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and agency-specific mission priorities. Her contractor relationships primarily involve firms delivering facilities support, logistics, and public order services, with a focus on performance-based contracting and outcome-driven deliverables. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with a diverse base of vendors capable of delivering specialized technical services under firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement structures, emphasizing accountability, quality control, and contract closeout rigor. Byrd’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 92% of her awards issued without set-aside designation. The remaining 8% are competed under the 8(a) Business Development Program, indicating a measured but intentional commitment to socioeconomic opportunities for small disadvantaged businesses. She prioritizes merit-based selection while ensuring compliance with small business goals, fostering partnerships that balance mission needs with equitable access. Her primary NAICS focus includes Facilities Support Services (561210) and Parking Lots and Garages (812930), reflecting her oversight of infrastructure and site operations contracts. She also manages procurements under Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities (922190), demonstrating expertise in supporting law enforcement and emergency response capabilities. Though her portfolio includes niche categories such as livestock production and wholesale distribution, these reflect specialized logistical or contingency support requirements tied to DHS’s broader operational footprint.