Natalie Y Ellis

Natalie Y. Ellis serves as a Contract Specialist at the U.S. Census Bureau, where she plays a pivotal role in executing acquisitions that support the agency’s mission to modernize data collection and dissemination systems for the 2030 Decennial Census and ongoing statistical surveys. She manages the full lifecycle of procurements for technical services, including software development, data analytics, and systems integration, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and alignment with the Bureau’s strategic priorities in digital transformation and geospatial innovation. Her work directly enables the deployment of secure, scalable digital infrastructure critical to accurate national data reporting. While specific contractor names are not publicly disclosed, Ellis cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors specializing in information technology and professional services, including firms with expertise in custom software development, data modeling, and survey operations. She engages with both large-capability contractors and small businesses, fostering collaborative relationships grounded in performance-based contracting and clear deliverable standards to ensure mission-critical outcomes. Ellis demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over 21% of her acquisitions set aside for total small business participation under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her contracts remain open to all competitors, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses in technical service sectors, aligning with broader federal goals for equitable contracting. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 541990 (Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), indicating deep expertise in acquiring software development, data analytics, and operational support services. She frequently procures solutions related to cloud-based survey platforms, geospatial data integration, and automated data processing systems, supporting the Census Bureau’s transition to a digitally enabled, next-generation data enterprise.