Linda M Didaleusky

Linda M. Didaleusky serves as a Contracting Officer at the Drug Enforcement Administration Headquarters (15DDHQ), where she oversees the acquisition of mission-critical technologies and support services essential to federal drug enforcement operations. Her portfolio centers on securing advanced surveillance systems, secure communications infrastructure, forensic analytical tools, and operational support services that enhance the DEA’s intelligence-gathering and lawful intercept capabilities. She plays a pivotal role in aligning procurement strategy with the agency’s national security objectives, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while prioritizing technical reliability, cybersecurity, and operational readiness across all contracted solutions. Didaleusky maintains consistent working relationships with specialized vendors including OCTASIC US INC., OBSIDIAN INTEGRATION, LLC, and SECURITY PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, LLC, who provide advanced electronic surveillance, data analytics, and secure hardware solutions. She also engages CAYMAN CHEMICAL CO INC. for forensic chemical reference materials and FOCUS CAMERA LLC for specialized imaging equipment. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established contractors with proven expertise in law enforcement technology, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in technical precision and regulatory compliance. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted under open competition (85% no set-aside), Didaleusky actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (10%) and 8(a) competed awards (5%), demonstrating a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission requirements. Her approach prioritizes capability-driven sourcing while ensuring equitable access for qualified small and disadvantaged businesses. Her primary NAICS focus areas include hazardous waste treatment and disposal (562211), professional and management development training (611430), and other scientific and technical consulting services (541690), reflecting the DEA’s need for forensic support, operational training, and specialized technical advisory services. She routinely procures laboratory consumables, intelligence analysis platforms, and secure communication systems, demonstrating deep domain expertise in law enforcement technology and forensic science procurement.