Jennifer M. Henderson

Jennifer M. Henderson serves as a key procurement professional within the Headquarters Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), supporting the Department of Defense’s mission to ensure rigorous oversight of contractor performance and contractual compliance. In this role, she manages the acquisition of critical services that underpin defense acquisition integrity, including training, security systems, and technical support functions. Her work directly enables DCMA’s operational readiness by securing high-integrity contract deliverables that safeguard taxpayer interests and maintain standards across the defense supply chain. She typically handles complex service-based acquisitions requiring deep technical and compliance expertise, often involving performance-based contracting and quality assurance protocols. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Henderson maintains strategic relationships with a diverse pool of vendors delivering defense-critical services, including cybersecurity support firms, professional training providers, and systems integration contractors. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance outcomes, contract compliance, and continuous monitoring, fostering partnerships with vendors capable of meeting stringent DoD standards for accountability and operational reliability. She consistently engages with contractors who demonstrate robust quality management systems and adherence to FAR and DFARS requirements. Henderson’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 87.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, aligning with DCMA’s mission to ensure broad market access while maintaining oversight rigor. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with 12.5% of awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both competition and socioeconomic goals. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 561621 (Security Systems Services), reflecting expertise in digital infrastructure and protective services for defense systems. She also regularly procures professional development training (611430) and other computer-related services (541519), underscoring her technical domain knowledge in IT-enabled contract management and workforce readiness initiatives. Her work ensures DCMA maintains a technologically capable and compliant contractor base across the defense enterprise.