Nicole A. Thomas

Nicole Thomas supports the Telecommunications Division (HC1013) of the Defense Information Systems Agency in managing critical procurement activities that sustain and modernize the Department of Defense’s global communications infrastructure. She oversees acquisitions for secure network services, telecommunications equipment, and integrated IT systems essential to military and federal operations. Her work directly enables the agency’s mission to deliver resilient, high-capacity connectivity by procuring next-generation telecom solutions, including secure virtual private networks and interoperable communication platforms. Thomas handles a diverse portfolio of contract actions, primarily focused on professional services and specialized hardware procurement aligned with DISA’s strategic modernization goals. She maintains consistent partnerships with leading telecommunications and systems integration firms including AT&T Technical Services Company, Inc., Aerospace & Commercial Technologies, LLC, Liberty Communications, Inc., AOC Connect LLC, and Norfolk Fiber, LLC. These relationships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in defense-grade network deployment, fiber-optic infrastructure, and secure data transmission systems. Thomas engages contractors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, prioritizing technical capability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational readiness in vendor selection. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced approach to socioeconomic participation, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to expanding opportunities for small businesses in critical defense telecom markets. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors, she actively encourages small business participation through targeted solicitation design and pre-solicitation outreach. Thomas specializes in NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and 334118 (Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in procuring network architecture services, custom software integration, and secure telecommunications hardware. Her technical focus spans secure endpoint devices, managed network services, and infrastructure modernization projects supporting DoD’s evolving digital battlefield requirements.