Damoris (Trenea) Smith

Damoris Smith serves as a key procurement professional within the Federal Emergency Management Agency, supporting the agency’s mission to coordinate federal disaster response and recovery efforts. Responsible for managing complex acquisition strategies, Smith oversees contracts critical to incident management, emergency communications, and logistical support systems. Their work ensures timely deployment of resources and services to state and local partners during crises, aligning procurement activities with FEMA’s strategic priorities in resilience and operational continuity. Smith typically handles performance-based, service-oriented acquisitions under firm-fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types, with a focus on mission-critical infrastructure and technical support services. Smith maintains longstanding relationships with a select group of high-capacity contractors, including CH2M HILL, WSP USA Services Inc., IBM, and RESILIENCE ACTION PARTNERS, all of which provide specialized expertise in disaster recovery planning, systems integration, and emergency operations support. These partnerships are characterized by sustained, multi-year contract vehicles such as IDIQs and TACs, reflecting a preference for proven performers with demonstrated capacity to scale operations under high-pressure conditions. The working relationships are built on rigorous performance metrics, continuous monitoring, and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Smith’s procurement portfolio shows no reliance on socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on maximizing capability and readiness over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing technical proficiency and operational scale in time-sensitive disaster environments. While small business participation is not formally targeted, vendors of all sizes compete equitably based on merit and performance history. The agency’s acquisitions are centered on emergency response services, infrastructure resilience, and communications systems, with NAICS categories typically falling under 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 511210 (Software Publishers). Smith’s expertise lies in procuring integrated technical solutions that enhance situational awareness, interoperable communications, and rapid deployment logistics across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.