Kelli Bryan

Kelli Bryan serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports her agency’s mission by executing complex procurements in specialized technical and operational domains. Her work centers on soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts for maritime, transportation, and professional services, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and risk mitigation. Kelli routinely handles competitive and non-competitive acquisitions, including sealed bids and negotiated contracts, ensuring transparency, fairness, and regulatory adherence throughout the process. While specific contractor names are not available, Kelli maintains consistent relationships with vendors operating in shipbuilding, deep-sea freight, and professional training sectors. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industry players with proven capabilities in maritime logistics and technical services, alongside engagement with qualified small businesses. She fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development, emphasizing accountability and deliverable-driven outcomes. Kelli’s contracting activity is predominantly non-set-aside, with 90.9% of awards issued under full and open competition. However, she consistently allocates approximately 9.1% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to small business participation without reliance on other socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her approach prioritizes market readiness and capability over socioeconomic categorization, aligning with agency-wide goals for efficient, results-oriented procurement. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation), reflecting deep expertise in maritime infrastructure and oceanic logistics. She also regularly procures professional training services under 611430 and custom software development under 541511, indicating technical proficiency in both physical asset management and digital systems integration. Her domain knowledge spans naval operations, freight logistics, and professional development, making her a key resource for complex, mission-critical acquisitions in transportation and technical services.