Donna Chisholm

Donna Chisholm serves as a key procurement professional within the Office of Inspector General, Department of Defense, supporting the agency’s mission to ensure accountability, integrity, and operational efficiency across defense programs. In her capacity, she manages acquisitions critical to sustaining investigative capabilities, securing classified information systems, and enabling data-driven oversight tools. Her portfolio includes contracts for forensic technology, cybersecurity services, audit analytics platforms, and specialized equipment used in fraud, waste, and abuse investigations. She works closely with technical and operational teams to align procurement strategy with the IG’s mission-critical requirements, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and defense-specific security protocols. Chisholm collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including defense contractors, IT service providers, and forensic technology vendors, many of whom hold clearance levels necessary for handling sensitive DoD information. While no specific contractor relationships are publicly identified, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering secure, scalable, and audit-ready solutions. Her working relationships are characterized by a focus on performance-based contracting, rigorous vendor evaluation, and adherence to strict compliance standards required for classified and unclassified oversight operations. Her procurement activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside,” indicating a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic preferences. This approach underscores a mission-driven priority to secure the most qualified providers for high-stakes oversight functions, regardless of vendor size or certification status. Chisholm’s procurement focus centers on NAICS categories related to cybersecurity services, investigative technology, data analytics, and government consulting. She routinely acquires specialized software for audit trail generation, digital forensics tools, secure communications systems, and intelligence analysis platforms. Her technical expertise lies at the intersection of defense oversight and emerging technologies, ensuring the Inspector General’s office maintains cutting-edge capabilities to detect and deter misconduct across the Department of Defense.