Monica R. Lockett

Monica R. Lockett serves as a key procurement professional within the Virginia Contracting Activity under the Defense Intelligence Agency, supporting mission-critical intelligence operations through the acquisition of advanced technical services. She manages contracts aligned with the agency’s core priorities in data exploitation, systems analysis, and operational support for classified environments, focusing on research and development in physical and engineering sciences, custom software development, and real-time intelligence systems design. Her work ensures the timely delivery of secure, high-performance solutions that enhance national intelligence capabilities across classified and sensitive domains. While specific contractor names are not publicly available, Lockett maintains a broad network of vendors specializing in intelligence support services, including firms with expertise in cybersecurity, systems integration, and technical training. Her procurement patterns reflect a balanced approach, engaging both large-capability contractors and small businesses to meet complex, mission-driven requirements. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors possessing appropriate clearances and proven experience in delivering secure, scalable solutions for defense intelligence applications. Lockett’s contracting portfolio demonstrates a strong emphasis on small business participation, with 25% of awards structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. Though the majority of acquisitions are open to all competitors, her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a deliberate commitment to expanding economic opportunity within the national security industrial base. Her approach aligns with DoD mandates to promote innovation and resilience through diverse vendor engagement. Her primary NAICS focus areas include investigation and personal background check services, professional and management development training, and specialized technical instruction—domains critical to workforce readiness and operational security. She also procures services related to certified public accounting and charter bus operations, reflecting the broad administrative and logistical support needs of intelligence field operations. Lockett’s expertise lies in aligning procurement strategy with the technical and security demands of classified intelligence missions, ensuring compliant, agile, and mission-effective outcomes.