Felisa M. Cope

Felisa M. Cope serves as a Contract Specialist within the W6QK Acc-apg Cont Ct Software Sector under the Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in procuring mission-critical software, secure communications systems, and information technology platforms that enhance battlefield readiness and network resilience. Her acquisitions focus on advanced wireless infrastructure, data integration systems, and command-and-control software solutions aligned with Army modernization priorities. She manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal regulations and operational requirements for secure, scalable, and interoperable systems. Cope maintains consistent working relationships with key industry partners including British Telecommunications Public Limited Company, Liberty Communications, Inc., and Southwestern Industrial Contractors & Riggers, Inc., reflecting a blend of large-scale enterprise vendors and specialized technical contractors. Her procurement patterns indicate a preference for established providers with proven capabilities in defense-grade communications and IT infrastructure, often leveraging indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) and multiple-award contract vehicles to meet dynamic operational needs. Her contracting portfolio reflects a strong commitment to small business participation, with 42.5% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating active support for small business growth within the defense technology sector. While no other socioeconomic set-asides dominate, her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate strategy to foster innovation and diversity in the supplier base. Cope’s technical focus centers on NAICS codes related to wireless communications equipment manufacturing, electrical signal instrumentation, and electronic computer manufacturing, indicating deep expertise in procuring hardware and software for battlefield signal processing, secure data transmission, and embedded systems. She regularly engages vendors capable of delivering ruggedized, field-deployable IT solutions that meet stringent military standards for performance and cybersecurity.