Kathrina L Sliger

Kathrina L. Sliger serves as a Contracting Officer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Justice Programs, where she manages complex acquisitions to advance forensic science, digital intelligence, and secure communications infrastructure. Her portfolio centers on mission-critical procurements that support the FBI’s strategic modernization goals, including analytical instrumentation, cyber-enabled investigative tools, and secure data systems. She oversees full lifecycle contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance monitoring—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with national security priorities. Her work directly enables the FBI’s ability to maintain the integrity of evidence analysis and enhance operational capabilities through cutting-edge technology. Sliger maintains consistent relationships with key contractors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., primarily engaging firms with proven expertise in forensic equipment, laboratory systems, and specialized software services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with technical depth in analytical instrumentation and custom IT solutions, indicating a focus on reliability, compliance, and long-term support capabilities. She rarely engages in sole-source actions, favoring competitive procurements that ensure value and performance fidelity across mission-critical domains. Sliger’s procurement portfolio is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate strategy prioritizing technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic set-asides, aligning with the FBI’s need for specialized, high-assurance solutions that meet stringent federal security standards. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, all acquisitions remain fully compliant with FAR requirements and are evaluated on merit, performance history, and technical fitness. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), and Other Computer Related Services (541519), underscoring her specialization in integrating advanced forensic technologies, custom software development, and laboratory automation systems. She routinely procures high-precision analytical instruments, secure data analytics platforms, and integrated evidence management systems, demonstrating deep expertise in the intersection of forensic science and information technology.