Keturah Moore

Keturah L. Moore serves as a Contract Specialist within the W00Y Contracting Office, Department of the Army, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support global defense operations. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of professional services contracts, with a focus on engineering, information technology, and communications systems essential to command, control, and intelligence capabilities. She specializes in soliciting, evaluating, and awarding contracts for technical services that enable deployed forces, including systems integration, software development, and language and cultural support solutions. Her work directly advances the Army’s strategic objectives by ensuring timely, compliant, and efficient procurement of high-priority capabilities. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Moore maintains a broad network of vendors providing specialized technical services, including firms experienced in defense-grade IT infrastructure, secure communications systems, and mission-critical software development. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection under FAR Part 15. She routinely engages with both large prime contractors and niche technical providers capable of delivering tailored solutions for complex operational environments. Moore’s contracting portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 88.9% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she consistently supports small business participation, with 11.1% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, aligning with Department of Defense socioeconomic goals. Her pattern indicates a deliberate, balanced approach—prioritizing capability while ensuring opportunities for qualified small businesses without compromising mission readiness. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Engineering Services (541330), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513), and Other Computer Related Services (541519), underscoring her expertise in procuring technical support for defense IT environments, network operations, and mission-critical software. She also regularly acquires services related to wireless communications equipment manufacturing (334220) and data content services (511210), demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to sustaining modern military communications and information systems.