Hillery Cole

Hillery Cole serves as a key procurement lead within the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, overseeing the acquisition of processed agricultural commodities critical to federal nutrition assistance programs. Responsible for managing contract actions under NAICS 311611, Cole ensures the reliable delivery of shelf-stable, safety-compliant meat and animal products to support food security for vulnerable populations. Their work directly supports AMS’s mission to maintain a resilient, efficient supply chain for canned, frozen, and prepared animal-based foods used in school meal, SNAP, and other federal feeding programs. Cole handles full-cycle acquisitions—from market research and solicitation to award and contract administration—with a focus on high-volume, mission-critical procurement actions requiring strict adherence to USDA food safety and quality standards. Cole’s primary contractor relationship is with Navcor Logistics LLC, a trusted vendor with demonstrated capacity to deliver large-scale, temperature-controlled shipments of processed meat products in compliance with federal food safety protocols. The working relationship reflects a pattern of repeat engagements based on consistent performance, regulatory compliance, and logistical reliability. While Navcor Logistics LLC is the dominant contractor, Cole’s procurement approach prioritizes operational continuity and supply chain resilience over frequent vendor rotation, indicating a preference for established partners with proven capacity to meet stringent USDA specifications. Hillery Cole’s contracting activity shows no use of socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on maximizing supply chain efficiency and vendor capacity rather than socioeconomic preferences, consistent with AMS’s operational imperative to secure large volumes of standardized, safety-critical commodities without delay. While small business participation is not formally prioritized, all procurements adhere to federal transparency and fair competition requirements. The procurement portfolio is exclusively focused on NAICS 311611—Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering—indicating deep technical expertise in meat processing, cold chain logistics, and federal food safety regulations. Cole specializes in acquiring bulk, shelf-stable meat products including canned beef, frozen cuts, and pre-portioned protein items, ensuring alignment with USDA’s nutrition standards and distribution requirements for federal assistance programs.