Kimberly Leezer Himes

Kimberly Leezer Himes serves as a Contract Specialist with Mission Support Washington under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain federal law enforcement operations. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—for equipment, services, and infrastructure essential to border security, detainee management, and tactical response. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the agency’s strategic priorities of agent safety and operational readiness. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Himes engages with a diverse pool of vendors capable of delivering specialized goods and services, including those with expertise in technical support, facility maintenance, and event logistics. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between open competition and targeted small business set-asides, fostering partnerships with firms that can rapidly respond to dynamic operational needs in high-risk environments. Himes demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with approximately one-third of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to increase opportunities for small businesses while maintaining competition and capability standards. She does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, indicating a preference for broad-based small business participation over narrowly defined socioeconomic categories. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561920 (Convention and Trade Show Organizers), suggesting significant activity in event logistics, training support, and operational coordination services, alongside NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), indicating infrastructure sustainment for detention and support facilities. Her expertise spans both administrative and technical domains, ensuring that mission-critical environments remain fully operational and compliant with federal standards.