Katelin Davis

Katelin Davis serves as a key procurement professional within the Federal Protective Service West Coast Contracting Group (FPS West CCG), part of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations. She manages the acquisition of integrated security systems and protective personnel services critical to safeguarding federal facilities across the West Coast, including courthouses, immigration centers, and federal buildings. Her portfolio centers on mission-critical contracts that enhance physical security infrastructure and ensure the deployment of trained security personnel. Davis oversees the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and performance monitoring—ensuring alignment with DHS security standards and federal acquisition regulations. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, Davis maintains a robust network of vendors specializing in security systems integration and guard services, fostering long-term partnerships with firms capable of delivering scalable, compliant, and technologically advanced solutions. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for performance-based outcomes, with emphasis on interoperability, real-time monitoring capabilities, and rapid response readiness. She actively engages with vendors through pre-solicitation conferences and industry days to ensure market awareness and competitive responsiveness. Davis demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic goals, with 62.5% of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small disadvantaged, HUBZone, and service-disabled veteran-owned firms. Her contracting patterns prioritize inclusive competition while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services) and 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), reflecting deep expertise in electronic access control, surveillance integration, alarm systems, and armed/ unarmed protective services. She specializes in procuring turnkey security solutions that combine hardware, software, and human capital to meet evolving federal threat landscapes.