Isabel Roman-Cogswell

Isabel R. Cogswell serves as a Contracting Officer within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. She plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions that directly support national transportation security infrastructure, managing a diverse portfolio of contracts for operational support services, technical consulting, and specialized security systems. Her work ensures the timely procurement of mission-critical capabilities, including janitorial services for high-security facilities, cybersecurity support, and technical consulting for infrastructure modernization, aligning closely with TSA’s mandate to enhance aviation and transit security through strategic sourcing. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available records, Ms. Cogswell maintains consistent engagement with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, technical consultants, and service providers specializing in security operations and facility support. Her contracting approach emphasizes transparency, compliance with FAR regulations, and long-term vendor collaboration to ensure reliable delivery of mission-enabling services across federal transportation hubs. Ms. Cogswell demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with nearly half of her portfolio structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses. She also regularly utilizes HUBZone set-asides, demonstrating alignment with federal goals to promote economic development in historically underserved areas. Her procurement patterns prioritize inclusive competition, ensuring broad access for certified small, disadvantaged, and community-based firms. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561720 (Janitorial Services), which constitutes the majority of her activity, alongside significant engagement in 541690 (Scientific and Technical Consulting) and 541219 (Other Accounting Services). She routinely procures facility maintenance, compliance-driven administrative support, and security systems services, showcasing expertise in managing non-technical but mission-critical service contracts that underpin the operational readiness of TSA’s nationwide infrastructure.