Julie D Harris

Julie D. Harris serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by delivering timely, cost-effective solutions through competitive and transparent procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily consists of professional services and operational support contracts, often involving complex requirements that demand careful risk assessment and stakeholder coordination. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly identifiable in available data, Harris routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, mid-tier firms, and large prime contractors, fostering collaborative partnerships grounded in clear performance expectations and regulatory adherence. Her working relationships reflect a preference for open competition and merit-based selection, with a strong emphasis on vendor responsiveness, past performance, and compliance with socioeconomic requirements. Harris demonstrates a clear commitment to small business participation, with approximately one-third of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This pattern indicates a deliberate focus on expanding opportunities for small businesses without reliance on more specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her contracting approach aligns with broader agency goals to promote economic inclusion while maintaining competitive integrity. Though NAICS-specific data is not available, her acquisition profile suggests a focus on professional, administrative, and technical services commonly associated with government operations support. Her expertise lies in procuring non-personal services requiring skilled labor, such as consulting, logistics coordination, training, and program management—domains demanding nuanced understanding of performance metrics and contract oversight standards.