Karla M Rothenberg

Karla M. Rothenberg serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. She plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurements that support national transportation security infrastructure, specializing in the acquisition of advanced detection systems, cybersecurity services, and operational technology solutions. Her portfolio centers on high-stakes technical acquisitions including explosive detection equipment, irradiation systems, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring technologies, ensuring alignment with TSA’s mission to safeguard aviation and transit networks. Rothenberg manages the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic procurement objectives. While specific contractor relationships are not publicly enumerated, Rothenberg routinely engages with a broad spectrum of vendors capable of delivering mission-critical technology solutions, particularly those with demonstrated expertise in secure systems integration and federal compliance. Her working relationships reflect a preference for established industry partners with proven capabilities in defense and transportation security domains, fostering collaboration through competitive, performance-based contracting mechanisms. Rothenberg’s procurement activity is exclusively non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on technical capability and operational readiness over socioeconomic preferences, prioritizing the most qualified offerors regardless of business size or certification status. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), indicating deep engagement with custom software development, systems integration, and cybersecurity architecture. She also frequently procures under NAICS 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), underscoring her expertise in acquiring specialized hardware such as detection sensors and embedded computing platforms. Rothenberg’s technical domain expertise spans secure IT infrastructure, real-time monitoring systems, and hardened electronic components critical to layered transportation security.