Denise C. Banks

Denise C. Banks serves as a Contract Specialist within the GSA/FAS Office of Acquisition Operations, where she plays a pivotal role in executing procurements that sustain the federal government’s travel and transportation infrastructure. Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—she ensures compliance with FAR regulations while advancing the agency’s mission to deliver secure, cost-effective, and scalable travel services. Her portfolio primarily encompasses travel-related solutions, including lodging, transportation coordination, and administrative support systems critical to federal mobility and operational readiness. Denise collaborates with a diverse ecosystem of vendors, including national lodging providers, travel management companies, and automotive suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting and clear deliverables. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, her procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with vendors capable of delivering enterprise-scale services under GSA schedules and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) vehicles. She prioritizes vendor reliability, regulatory adherence, and service continuity in all award decisions. Her contracting approach demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 40% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and a notable 3.5% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, her consistent use of socioeconomic set-asides underscores a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for underserved entrepreneurs and promote equitable access to federal contracts. Denise’s procurement focus is concentrated in three primary NAICS categories: 721110 (hotels and motels), 441110 (new car dealers), and 336112 (motor vehicle manufacturing). This reflects her specialization in acquiring lodging services for federal travelers, vehicle procurement for official use, and related transportation equipment. Her technical expertise lies at the intersection of travel policy, supply chain logistics, and federal acquisition compliance, making her a key enabler of the government’s mobility ecosystem.