Linda S. Patterson

Linda S. Patterson serves as a Contracting Officer within the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Office of Procurement, where she manages complex acquisitions critical to the Bureau’s mission of advancing forensic science, digital intelligence, and secure communications. She oversees the procurement of specialized technology systems, analytical instrumentation, and cyber-enabled investigative tools, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with FBI’s strategic modernization goals. Her portfolio primarily supports the integration of advanced forensic laboratory capabilities and secure data infrastructure, requiring deep technical understanding of hardware, software, and cybersecurity standards. Patterson maintains consistent contracting relationships with key vendors including VISTA OUTDOOR SALES LLC and SOUTHERN POLICE EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC., who provide mission-critical equipment and technical support for field operations and evidence analysis. Her procurement patterns reflect a preference for established industrial suppliers with proven capability in law enforcement and forensic domains, while maintaining rigorous evaluation protocols for performance, security, and supply chain integrity. She engages with a limited but high-impact vendor base, prioritizing reliability and compliance over volume. Her set-aside preferences are overwhelmingly focused on open competition, with 89.4% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. However, she consistently allocates 10.6% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but active commitment to small business participation without compromising operational readiness or technical requirements. Patterson’s primary NAICS focus areas include 517919 (Other Telecommunications), 334111 (Electronic Computer Manufacturing), and 541512/541519 (Computer Systems Design and Related Services), reflecting her specialization in procuring secure computing hardware, forensic data analysis platforms, and custom software solutions for digital evidence management. Her expertise lies at the intersection of law enforcement operational needs and cutting-edge information technology, ensuring that acquisitions meet stringent FBI security and interoperability standards.