Rickie Shiflet

Rickie D. Shiflet serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. Within the agency’s procurement mission, Shiflet ensures compliance with FAR regulations while promoting efficient, transparent, and competitive contracting practices. Their portfolio primarily encompasses service-based acquisitions in education, engineering, and information technology domains, with a focus on complex, performance-based contracts that require detailed statement of work development and robust oversight mechanisms. Shiflet cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors, including large prime contractors and small businesses, to ensure broad market participation and innovative solutions. While no single contractor dominates their award profile, their contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering specialized technical services across multiple domains. Shiflet prioritizes fair and open competition, leveraging market analysis and industry outreach to identify qualified offerors and foster long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and performance. A strong advocate for small business inclusion, Shiflet consistently applies Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with 12.5% of their acquisitions reserved exclusively for small businesses. While the majority of procurements remain open to all competitors, their deliberate use of set-asides demonstrates a measurable commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals and the empowerment of small business concerns within the federal marketplace. Shiflet’s procurement focus centers on NAICS 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools), NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), and NAICS 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting deep expertise in educational program support, technical engineering consulting, and IT infrastructure modernization. Their acquisitions frequently involve professional services such as curriculum development, systems integration, cybersecurity support, and software customization, underscoring a technical proficiency in both educational and federal IT environments.