Kristine Pendergast

Kristine Pendergast supports the Office of the Secretary within the Department of Commerce’s SSSPO in managing professional services acquisitions critical to data-driven policy formulation and digital modernization. She oversees the procurement of expert consulting, market research, and information technology services that inform national economic strategies and enhance public engagement initiatives. Her portfolio centers on high-impact, mission-critical contracts requiring specialized technical and analytical capabilities, particularly in areas involving digital infrastructure, public opinion analytics, and policy support systems. Pendergast ensures alignment with federal acquisition regulations while prioritizing agility and innovation in vendor selection to meet evolving operational demands. Her primary contractor relationships are anchored with CACI, INC. - FEDERAL, a trusted provider of advanced analytical and IT services. She consistently engages with established federal contractors capable of delivering complex, scalable solutions in data analytics, web-based information systems, and professional advisory services. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for experienced, large-capacity vendors with proven track records in supporting federal decision-making, often requiring security clearances and deep domain expertise in economic and public policy contexts. Pendergast’s contracting activity is entirely non-set-aside, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic emphasis on accessing the broadest possible pool of qualified technical expertise rather than socioeconomic set-asides. While small business participation is not formally prioritized in her portfolio, her approach remains compliant with all federal procurement statutes and emphasizes value, capability, and mission alignment over socioeconomic classifications. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), reflecting a strong demand for custom software, data analysis, and digital platform development. She also regularly procures services under NAICS 519290 (Web Search Portals and Information Services), 813920 (Professional Organizations), and specialized electronics supply categories, indicating a technical portfolio spanning digital infrastructure, policy research firms, and niche hardware components. Her expertise lies in bridging technical procurement with strategic policy objectives across the federal commerce ecosystem.