Devonne Collins

DeVonne Collins serves as a key procurement lead within the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, supporting the Department of Education’s mission to advance equitable access to high-quality K-12 education. In this role, Collins manages the acquisition of technical assistance, program implementation support, and data systems modernization services critical to state and local education agencies. Their procurement activities center on ensuring federal education grants are effectively administered through evidence-based solutions, with a strong emphasis on compliance, reporting infrastructure, and capacity-building initiatives. Collins typically handles task orders and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts under the broader umbrella of educational support and management consulting services. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Collins maintains a consistent engagement pattern with firms specializing in educational program evaluation, curriculum implementation support, and administrative systems consulting. These partnerships often involve long-term service agreements designed to provide scalable, responsive technical assistance to grantees across diverse geographic and demographic contexts. The procurement approach prioritizes performance-based outcomes and measurable impact, aligning vendor deliverables with federal education goals and accountability frameworks. Collins has no set-aside preferences, with 100% of acquisitions competed without socioeconomic designations. This reflects a focus on open competition based on technical merit and cost-effectiveness rather than socioeconomic targeting. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, vendors of all sizes are evaluated equally on their capacity to deliver high-quality, compliant educational support services. The primary NAICS focus is 611710 (Educational Support Services), encompassing curriculum development, professional learning design, and student data system integration. Secondary procurement activity falls under 541611 (Administrative Management Consulting), reflecting demand for grant management systems, compliance automation, and performance reporting tools. Collins’ expertise lies in procuring services that strengthen the operational infrastructure of federal education programs, ensuring states and districts can meet statutory obligations while improving student outcomes.