Julie AA Ellis

Julie A. Ellis serves as a Purchasing Agent responsible for managing the acquisition of technical and operational services to support agency missions. She plays a critical role in executing compliant, efficient procurement processes under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on IT services, hardware procurement, and specialized manufacturing solutions. Her work ensures timely delivery of mission-critical resources while adhering to federal contracting standards and socioeconomic objectives. Julie typically handles competitive solicitations ranging from complex IT support services to industrial equipment, often coordinating with technical stakeholders to define requirements and evaluate vendor proposals. Julie cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly small businesses and specialized wholesalers in the technology and electrical contracting sectors. She regularly engages with firms offering computer-related services, software distribution, and peripheral equipment supply, fostering partnerships grounded in transparency and performance-based outcomes. Her procurement approach emphasizes vendor responsiveness, technical capability, and adherence to contract deliverables, resulting in consistent engagement with a network of qualified small and mid-tier suppliers. Julie demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 77.8% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to maximize opportunities for small businesses. An additional 11.1% of her awards are competed under the 8(a) program, indicating active support for disadvantaged business enterprises. Her consistent use of set-asides underscores a dedicated effort to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities and strengthen the small business ecosystem. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 423430 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers), with significant activity in electrical contracting, miscellaneous manufacturing, and software publishing. Julie specializes in acquiring IT infrastructure, embedded systems, and technical support services, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical specifications and compliance requirements of these domains. Her expertise ensures alignment between agency needs and market-capable solutions.