Helen R. Hill

Helen R. Hill serves as a Contracting Officer at the Defense Media Activity (DMA) Riverside, part of the Department of Defense, where she manages the acquisition of mission-critical multimedia and information technology services to support military communications, public affairs, and operational training. Her role encompasses the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with DoD standards and strategic modernization goals. She routinely handles complex, performance-based contracts for digital content delivery systems, broadcast infrastructure, and custom software solutions that enhance the agency’s ability to inform and engage both internal and public audiences. While specific contractor relationships are not currently available, Hill’s procurement patterns suggest a balanced approach to vendor engagement, partnering with both large primes and qualified small businesses to deliver secure, scalable media solutions. Her contracting process emphasizes compliance with FAR regulations, rigorous source selection, and performance metrics tied to mission outcomes, fostering collaborative relationships with vendors capable of meeting stringent DoD cybersecurity and interoperability requirements. Hill demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 25% of her acquisitions designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate focus on expanding opportunities for small businesses. Though no other set-aside categories are predominant, her portfolio consistently prioritizes small business participation in alignment with DoD mandates to promote innovation and resilience in the supply base. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Custom Computer Programming Services, Other Computer Related Services, and Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers, indicating deep expertise in procuring software development, IT support, and multimedia hardware integration. She also manages acquisitions in electrical contracting and storage logistics, underscoring a multidisciplinary approach to supporting DMA Riverside’s integrated media ecosystem.