Sherrie D Walters

Sherrie D. Walters serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing agency mission objectives through timely and efficient contracting actions. Her portfolio primarily encompasses information technology services, with a focus on complex, performance-based contracts for software development, data infrastructure, and telecommunications solutions. Walters is known for her meticulous attention to regulatory frameworks, including FAR and agency-specific policies, ensuring transparency and accountability in every procurement. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, particularly those certified under socioeconomic programs. She fosters collaborative relationships with both large systems integrators and small business contractors, emphasizing competitive fairness and performance accountability. Her approach supports a balanced vendor ecosystem that promotes innovation, responsiveness, and long-term service reliability across mission-critical IT domains. Walters demonstrates a strong and deliberate commitment to small business participation, with 57.1% of her awards designated for 8(a) competed contracts, signaling a strategic emphasis on empowering disadvantaged business enterprises. The remaining 42.9% of her acquisitions are conducted without set-asides, reflecting a balanced approach that maintains competition while prioritizing socioeconomic goals. Her consistent use of 8(a) tools underscores her dedication to fostering economic opportunity and building a resilient small business supply base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS codes related to IT services, particularly 518210 (computing infrastructure and data hosting), 541511 (custom computer programming), and 517410 (satellite telecommunications). She regularly procures cloud-enabled services, bespoke software applications, and secure communications systems, demonstrating deep expertise in digital transformation, network modernization, and mission-critical IT infrastructure. Walters’ technical acumen ensures that acquisitions align with evolving technological standards and operational requirements.