LaVaysha S. Lewis

LaVaysha S. Lewis supports the Information Technology Division of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in managing mission-critical technology acquisitions that advance national security and immigration enforcement capabilities. She plays a central role in procuring enterprise software, cyber defense systems, and data analytics platforms that underpin real-time operational decision-making. Her responsibilities include overseeing the full lifecycle of complex IT contracts—from requirements definition and market research to source selection and contract administration—ensuring alignment with agency modernization goals and federal acquisition regulations. She primarily handles performance-based, service-oriented acquisitions for software development, system integration, and secure infrastructure support. Lewis maintains strong, ongoing relationships with key contractors including BI2 TECHNOLOGIES, LLC and ECLINICALWORKS LLC, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in case management systems and health-related data platforms adapted for law enforcement use. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships built on technical reliability, compliance with federal cybersecurity standards, and demonstrated ability to deliver scalable, secure solutions in high-stakes operational environments. She consistently engages with vendors capable of rapid deployment and sustained support in classified and unclassified networks. Her procurement patterns show a strong inclination toward open competition, with 83.3% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions, indicating a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic preferences. However, she actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), accounting for 16.7% of her awards, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both innovation and socioeconomic objectives. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers) and 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), with additional emphasis on 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services). She routinely acquires custom software development, cloud-enabled data analytics tools, and integrated case management platforms tailored to ICE’s investigative and enforcement missions, reflecting deep expertise in mission-aligned IT modernization.