Katherine R. King

Katherine R. King serves as a Contract Specialist within the Detention Compliance and Removals unit of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, where she manages the acquisition of critical services and supplies essential to the safe, secure, and compliant detention and removal of individuals under immigration enforcement. Her responsibilities include developing solicitation documents, evaluating proposals, negotiating contract terms, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations. She plays a pivotal role in supporting operational readiness by procuring specialized solutions related to detainee care, facility infrastructure, and logistical support, often under time-sensitive and mission-critical conditions. King maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including B.I. Incorporated, Acentra Health LLC, and Ardent Group, LLC, which provide specialized services ranging from health and behavioral care to facility management and operational support. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and outcome-driven deliverables, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and regulatory compliance. She routinely engages with vendors capable of delivering integrated, scalable solutions across complex detention environments. A strong advocate for small business participation, King consistently prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with approximately two-thirds of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. This reflects a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity and enhancing competition within the federal contracting space, aligning with DHS socioeconomic goals. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate effort to engage diverse small business vendors while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 332999 for custom fabricated metal products used in detention infrastructure, 519130 for information services supporting case management and data reporting, and 713990 for recreation and programming services provided to detainees. These reflect a unique blend of physical infrastructure, digital systems, and human services procurement, showcasing her expertise in managing multifaceted, mission-critical acquisitions across non-traditional federal domains.