LaKisha A. Higgs

LaKisha A. Higgs serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal procurement actions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical capabilities for her organization. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements in electrical equipment manufacturing and aerospace components, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes. Higgs routinely handles both competitive and sole-source acquisitions, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and value-driven outcomes aligned with agency objectives. While specific contractor names are not available, Higgs maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with manufacturers and suppliers specializing in electrical systems, wiring devices, and aircraft subsystems. Her working relationships are characterized by collaboration with both large industrial manufacturers and qualified small businesses, fostering a competitive environment that prioritizes innovation and supply chain resilience. She actively participates in pre-solicitation outreach and industry days to cultivate vendor engagement and ensure market readiness. Higgs demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 37.5% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses. Her approach aligns with federal goals to increase small business participation without reliance on specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, indicating a preference for broad-based small business inclusion through general set-asides. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 335999 and 335931, encompassing miscellaneous electrical components and current-carrying wiring devices, alongside NAICS 336412 and 336413 for aircraft engine parts and auxiliary equipment. This technical specialization underscores her expertise in procuring mission-critical hardware for defense, aviation, and infrastructure applications, requiring stringent adherence to performance specifications and quality assurance protocols.