Eliana M Zavala

Eliana M. Zavala serves as a Contract Specialist at the Drug Enforcement Administration Headquarters (15DDHQ), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurements that support federal drug enforcement operations. She manages the acquisition lifecycle for advanced technical systems essential to intelligence gathering, lawful intercepts, and forensic analysis, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and strategic alignment with DEA’s operational priorities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses IT services, secure communications infrastructure, and specialized surveillance technologies, enabling field agents and analysts to combat transnational drug trafficking networks with precision and legal integrity. Zavala maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including OCTASIC US INC., OBSIDIAN INTEGRATION, LLC, and SECURITY PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, firms recognized for their expertise in secure communications, data analytics platforms, and tactical surveillance equipment. She also collaborates with CAYMAN CHEMICAL CO INC. and FOCUS CAMERA LLC to procure forensic reagents and high-resolution imaging systems critical to laboratory and field investigations. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical specificity, and vendor accountability, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors who demonstrate proven capability in high-stakes law enforcement environments. Zavala’s procurement activity reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This indicates a focus on technical superiority and mission readiness over socioeconomic targeting, aligning with DEA’s need for rapid, scalable solutions from the broadest possible pool of qualified vendors. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, her awards remain accessible to all eligible contractors meeting stringent performance and security requirements. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services) and 541513 (Computer Facilities Management Services), reflecting a heavy reliance on custom software development, secure network architecture, and managed IT infrastructure. She also oversees specialized acquisitions in 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), supporting aerial surveillance and reconnaissance platforms. Zavala’s expertise centers on integrating cutting-edge technology into operational workflows, ensuring that DEA’s technological capabilities remain agile, secure, and mission-optimized.