Jerri L Newton

Jerri L. Newton serves as a Contracting Officer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Justice Programs (Agency Code: 15F067), responsible for managing the acquisition of critical technology and equipment supporting national security and criminal investigations. She oversees the procurement of advanced forensic instrumentation, secure communications systems, and digital intelligence infrastructure aligned with the FBI’s mission to modernize forensic science and evidence analysis capabilities. Her portfolio includes complex acquisitions governed by FAR Part 12 and Part 36, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance, cybersecurity requirements, and lifecycle support for mission-critical systems. Newton maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., who provide specialized law enforcement equipment and operational technology. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven expertise in manufacturing and integrating ruggedized hardware and secure communication platforms. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships characterized by rigorous performance evaluation and compliance with federal quality and delivery standards. A staunch advocate for small business participation, Newton consistently applies Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 75% of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. Her socioeconomic contracting strategy prioritizes inclusive competition, ensuring opportunities for small disadvantaged, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms across multiple technical domains. This reflects a deliberate effort to diversify the supplier base while maintaining mission readiness. Her primary NAICS focus areas include computing infrastructure and data processing services (518210), wireless communications equipment manufacturing (334220), and professional scientific services (541990), underscoring her expertise in procuring cybersecurity-enabled systems, forensic data analysis tools, and mission-specific technical support services. Newton’s procurement approach integrates technical rigor with socioeconomic compliance, ensuring the FBI’s operational needs are met through innovative, compliant, and equitable contracting practices.