Rosetta Z. Holland

Rosetta Z. Holland serves as a Contracting Officer for Federal Prison Industries, commonly known as Unicor, under the U.S. Department of Justice. In this role, she manages the acquisition of goods and services produced by incarcerated individuals to support federal agency needs, aligning procurement activities with Unicor’s mission of rehabilitation through industry. Her portfolio encompasses a wide range of manufacturing and technical contracts, including electronic components, wiring devices, and communication equipment, all produced in correctional facilities under strict quality and security protocols. Holland ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing workforce development and cost-effective sourcing for the federal government. She maintains established relationships with a consistent cohort of contractors, including VETERANS RANGE SOLUTIONS, LLC, KRUEGER INTERNATIONAL, INC., and BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND, many of which are certified small businesses or mission-driven organizations with experience in government supply chains. Her contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in reliability, quality assurance, and alignment with Unicor’s production capabilities. She frequently collaborates with contractors capable of scaling production to meet federal demand while adhering to stringent federal specifications. Holland exhibits a balanced procurement strategy, with approximately half of her acquisitions set aside for small businesses under FAR 19.5, and the other half awarded as full and open competitions. This reflects a deliberate effort to promote economic opportunity for small and socioeconomic disadvantaged firms while maintaining competitive integrity and operational flexibility. Her contracting patterns demonstrate strong support for small business participation without compromising mission-critical requirements. Her technical focus centers on NAICS categories related to electronic manufacturing, including 334417 (Electronic Connector Manufacturing), 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), and 335931 (Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing). She specializes in procuring precision electrical and communication components used in federal infrastructure, demonstrating deep familiarity with technical specifications, quality control standards, and supply chain logistics for mission-critical hardware.