Jessica Nunnelee

Jessica Nunnelee serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from solicitation through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical infrastructure and engineering objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses construction and professional services contracts, with a focus on commercial and institutional building projects and engineering support services. Nunnelee ensures that all procurements adhere to statutory requirements, promote competition, and align with agency operational needs, often coordinating with technical evaluators and program managers to define clear performance metrics and delivery expectations. While specific contractor names are not available, Nunnelee maintains a broad network of qualified vendors, including both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, particularly those with expertise in construction management and technical engineering disciplines. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection processes to ensure value and accountability. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry partners who demonstrate technical proficiency, past performance, and adherence to quality and safety standards. Nunnelee exhibits a strong preference for open competition, with 88.9% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she consistently supports socioeconomic goals by awarding 11.1% of contracts to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a deliberate commitment to veteran-owned enterprise participation. Her approach balances broad market access with targeted outreach to qualified SDVOSB firms, ensuring compliance with the Veterans Benefits, Health Care, and Information Technology Act. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 541330 (Engineering Services), indicating deep expertise in facility infrastructure development and technical consulting. She routinely manages contracts for design-build delivery, architectural and engineering planning, construction oversight, and related professional services, demonstrating specialized knowledge in construction standards, building codes, and project delivery methodologies.