Jacqueline M. Howard

Jacqueline M. Howard serves as a Contract Specialist within the Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation (693JK4), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support the secure and efficient operations of federal transportation leadership. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement activities—from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration—for high-priority administrative, cybersecurity, and IT infrastructure services. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting strategies with the agency’s strategic priorities in modernizing physical and digital security systems. Howard typically handles complex service-based acquisitions requiring technical expertise in information assurance, facility operations, and specialized support services for executive-level operations. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Howard maintains a vendor ecosystem composed of qualified firms capable of delivering secure, scalable, and compliant solutions for sensitive government environments. Her working relationships emphasize reliability, regulatory adherence, and technical proficiency, often engaging vendors with proven experience in federal IT modernization, cybersecurity compliance, and administrative support services. She fosters collaborative procurement practices that prioritize performance-based outcomes and continuous contractor accountability. Howard’s contracting portfolio reflects a 100% preference for non-set-aside awards, indicating a focus on open competition and broad market access rather than socioeconomic set-asides. This approach underscores a strategic emphasis on selecting the most technically capable and cost-effective solutions, regardless of vendor size or certification status, while still maintaining full compliance with all applicable socioeconomic statutes. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 624120 (Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities) and NAICS 621511 (Medical Laboratories), suggesting a unique alignment with health and human services infrastructure supporting internal agency personnel and potentially secure medical support functions for transportation leadership. This specialization indicates deep expertise in procuring clinical, diagnostic, and social support services tailored to high-security, mission-essential environments.