Jamika Forde

Jamika Forde serves as a primary procurement lead within the Defense Logistics Agency’s Energy Directorate (SPE605), responsible for managing strategic acquisitions that ensure the uninterrupted flow of critical energy resources to U.S. military forces worldwide. Her role centers on executing complex contract actions for petroleum-based fuels, storage infrastructure, and related logistics services, aligning with DLA Energy’s mission to sustain global operational readiness. She oversees full lifecycle contracting processes—from market research and solicitation to award and performance monitoring—focusing on high-stakes, mission-critical energy supply chain solutions that support expeditionary and garrisoned operations across all service branches. Forde maintains a concentrated working relationship with Qatar Fuel (WOQOD) and United Capital Investments Group as principal contractors, reflecting a reliance on established, global energy logistics partners with proven capacity to deliver bulk fuel and terminal support under demanding operational conditions. These partnerships are characterized by long-term, performance-based contract structures designed to ensure reliability, security, and scalability in austere environments. Her procurement approach prioritizes continuity and operational resilience over frequent vendor rotation, favoring contractors with proven track records in international fuel distribution and military-grade logistics compliance. Forde’s contracting portfolio reflects a strict preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued under no set-aside classifications. This underscores a mission-driven emphasis on capability and capacity over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with DLA Energy’s requirement for assured, large-scale energy delivery that cannot be compromised by limited vendor pools. While small business participation is not formally incentivized in her portfolio, the structure of her acquisitions still permits eligible small firms to compete as subcontractors within broader supply chains. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 324110 (Petroleum Refineries), reflecting deep expertise in refining, blending, and distribution of military-specification fuels such as JP-8 and F-76. She also manages ancillary warehousing and storage contracts under NAICS 493190, ensuring secure, compliant fuel handling infrastructure. Her technical domain expertise spans fuel quality assurance, supply chain security, and defense logistics compliance, making her a key operator in sustaining the Department of Defense’s energy sovereignty.