Michele Midgett

Michele Midgett serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contract Administration Services Division (70RCAS) of the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Procurement Operations, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions that support national security and operational readiness. She manages the full lifecycle of professional, scientific, and technical service contracts, with a focus on research and development in physical and engineering sciences, cybersecurity infrastructure, and systems engineering support. Her work ensures the timely and compliant procurement of mission-critical capabilities that enhance DHS’s technological resilience and scientific innovation capacity. Midgett collaborates with a diverse array of contractors, including large prime contractors in the defense and federal services sector, as well as specialized small businesses with expertise in engineering analysis, technical consulting, and advanced instrumentation. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between competitive open procurements and targeted 8(a) set-asides, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering high-integrity technical solutions under strict federal compliance standards. She maintains rigorous oversight throughout solicitation, evaluation, and award phases to ensure alignment with DHS’s strategic objectives. Her procurement strategy prioritizes non-set-aside competitions at 80%, while consistently allocating 20% of opportunities to 8(a) certified small businesses, demonstrating a strong commitment to socioeconomic inclusion without compromising technical rigor. She actively promotes small business participation through early market engagement and clear solicitation language, ensuring eligible firms can compete effectively for high-value technical services. Midgett’s primary NAICS focus areas include 541712 (R&D in physical and engineering sciences) and 541990 (other professional, scientific, and technical services), reflecting her specialization in advanced technical support, systems analysis, and engineering consultancy. She also routinely procures specialized electronic components and nonresidential facility leasing services to support laboratory and operational infrastructure, underscoring her cross-domain expertise in both technical and logistical acquisition domains.