Heather Brick

Heather Brick serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily centers on information technology services and equipment procurement, with a focus on software solutions, computer systems integration, and facilities management support. Heather works closely with technical stakeholders to translate operational needs into clear, competitive solicitation language and ensures acquisitions align with agency goals and statutory requirements. Heather cultivates relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including large systems integrators, specialized IT service providers, and small business contractors. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between competitive open market procurements and targeted small business set-asides, fostering a robust supplier base. She engages with vendors through structured market engagements, pre-solicitation conferences, and post-award performance reviews, emphasizing transparency and accountability throughout the acquisition process. A strong advocate for small business participation, Heather consistently prioritizes socioeconomic contracting opportunities. Nearly 41% of her acquisitions are set aside for small businesses, with a notable emphasis on Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She also actively supports Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a deliberate commitment to inclusive contracting practices and the federal government’s socioeconomic goals. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes related to computer wholesale distribution, custom programming, and computer facilities management services. She frequently acquires commercial-off-the-shelf hardware, enterprise software licenses, cloud-enabled services, and outsourced IT infrastructure support. Heather’s expertise spans the full spectrum of information technology procurement, with deep familiarity in software licensing models, managed services contracts, and performance-based acquisition strategies.