Debra Stidham

Debra Stidham serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for professional and technical services across a broad spectrum of government needs. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting practices. Her portfolio primarily encompasses non-clinical, advisory, and analytical services, with a strong emphasis on performance-based contracting and risk mitigation. She routinely handles solicitations under FAR Part 12 and Part 15, utilizing both sealed bidding and negotiated procedures depending on complexity and market conditions. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Ms. Stidham’s procurement patterns suggest consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors offering management consulting, market research, and specialized technical services. She fosters collaborative relationships with both large primes and small business subcontractors, emphasizing competition and value-driven outcomes. Her approach reflects a balanced focus on market responsiveness and regulatory adherence, ensuring that acquisitions align with agency priorities without compromising fairness or accountability. Ms. Stidham demonstrates a clear preference for open competition, with 83.3% of her awards issued without set-aside designations. However, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 16.7% of her contract actions to 8(a) competed opportunities. This pattern indicates a strategic commitment to socioeconomic goals without sacrificing competition or efficiency, positioning her as a pragmatic advocate for small business inclusion within a predominantly open procurement environment. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), with significant activity in management consulting (541611 and 541618), marketing research (541910), and insurance-related support services (524298). She regularly acquires analytical, strategic planning, operational assessment, and data-driven advisory services, reflecting expertise in non-IT professional services and a deep understanding of the consulting services market.