Lakisha E Brewer

Lakisha E. Brewer serves as a key procurement professional within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. She plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that directly support national transportation security infrastructure, with a focus on securing advanced detection systems, cybersecurity services, and operational support solutions. Her work ensures the timely delivery of mission-critical equipment and services, including explosive detection systems, irradiation apparatus, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring technologies. Brewer manages the full lifecycle of procurement actions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring alignment with federal acquisition regulations and TSA’s strategic security objectives. Her contractor relationships span a diverse ecosystem of vendors specializing in security technology, IT infrastructure, and testing services. She regularly engages with merchant wholesalers of computer equipment, facilities management providers, and independent testing laboratories to fulfill technical requirements. Brewer fosters collaborative partnerships with both large-capacity contractors and small businesses, prioritizing responsiveness, technical capability, and compliance with federal standards. Her working patterns reflect a preference for competitive, full-and-open contracting, with targeted use of set-asides to broaden vendor participation. Brewer demonstrates a strong commitment to small business inclusion, with approximately 16.7% of her acquisitions designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her portfolio remains open to all competitors, she actively encourages participation from small disadvantaged businesses and other socioeconomic categories through outreach and clear solicitation language. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach to maximizing competition while advancing socioeconomic goals. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), 423430 (Computer and Peripheral Equipment Wholesalers), 541513 (Computer Facilities Management), and 541380 (Testing Laboratories). These categories reflect her expertise in procuring both physical security services and advanced technological systems critical to aviation and transit security operations.