Jackie L. Alston

Jackie L. Alston serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting transparency, efficiency, and fairness in the procurement process. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services, including management consulting, training, and security-related support, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and small business inclusion. Alston works closely with program offices to align contracting strategies with mission objectives, ensuring that acquisitions meet operational needs while adhering to statutory and regulatory requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Alston maintains a consistent pattern of engagement with a diverse range of vendors, particularly small businesses and specialized service providers. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding and vendor diversity, fostering relationships with firms capable of delivering high-quality administrative, technical, and operational support services. She actively cultivates partnerships with vendors who demonstrate reliability, regulatory compliance, and the capacity to scale services in alignment with evolving agency priorities. Alston demonstrates a clear commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 37% of her acquisitions structured as set-asides for small businesses. Her preferences include Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, followed by Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and HUBZone set-asides, with a smaller but consistent portion allocated to 8(a) competed contracts. This pattern reflects a deliberate strategy to broaden economic opportunity while ensuring robust competition and mission-critical service delivery. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS categories related to administrative and management consulting (541611), professional training (611430), technical consulting services (541690), and investigation services (561611), with notable activity in hospitality support (721110). This indicates expertise in procuring human capital services, organizational development, and security-related support functions, positioning her as a specialist in non-technical, mission-enabling acquisitions.