Jessica Wilson

Jessica Wilson serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security, where she plays a pivotal role in executing the acquisition of critical professional, scientific, and technical services that underpin national security operations. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of complex procurements—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with FAR guidelines and DHS mission priorities. She specializes in acquiring research and development services, systems engineering support, and technical consulting to advance physical and engineering sciences, cybersecurity capabilities, and operational readiness across federal programs. Wilson’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 93% of her acquisitions conducted without set-asides, emphasizing merit-based selection for high-skill technical requirements. While small business participation is modest, she actively supports 8(a) competed and Total Small Business Set-Aside contracts, demonstrating a measured commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising technical rigor. Her vendor partnerships are primarily with firms possessing deep domain expertise in scientific research, systems engineering, and technical services, often working with both large primes and qualified small businesses that meet stringent performance and compliance standards. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541715 (Research and Development in Physical and Engineering Sciences), followed by 541990 (Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) and 611310 (Colleges and Universities). She regularly procures advanced R&D, technical analysis, cybersecurity testing, and institutional research services, frequently engaging academic institutions, government contractors, and specialized technical consultancies. Her expertise lies in navigating the intersection of federal acquisition regulations and high-stakes scientific procurement, ensuring that contracts deliver mission-critical capabilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and regulatory compliance.