Denise Morrissey

Denise H. Morrissey 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. She plays a critical role in advancing her agency’s mission by ensuring compliant, efficient, and transparent procurement processes that align with FAR guidelines. Her portfolio primarily consists of service-based contracts, with a strong emphasis on education and support services, reflecting her deep familiarity with complex procurement requirements in non-traditional federal contracting environments. While specific contractor names are not available, Morrissey consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses and general service providers, to fulfill mission-critical needs. Her working relationships reflect a preference for competitive, open-market solicitations, with frequent use of FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures and performance-based acquisition methods. She maintains a collaborative approach with industry, encouraging clear communication and responsive proposal development to enhance contract execution outcomes. Morrissey demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business participation, with 16.9% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a modest but intentional use of 8(a) competed contracts at 1.2%. The majority of her acquisitions—81.9%—are conducted without set-asides, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes competition while still actively supporting socioeconomic programs where appropriate. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to expand opportunities for qualified small businesses without compromising procurement integrity. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 611519 (Other Technical and Trade Schools), where she regularly acquires workforce training, vocational instruction, and curriculum development services. She also frequently procures support services under NAICS 561990 and administrative management consulting under NAICS 541611. This specialization underscores her expertise in human capital development and operational support services, positioning her as a key player in non-defense education and capacity-building acquisitions.