Susanna C Bennett

Susanna C. Bennett serves as a key procurement lead within the DSC Contracting Services Division of the National Park Service, overseeing the acquisition of specialized technical and operational services critical to the preservation and modernization of national park infrastructure. Her work directly supports the agency’s mission to rehabilitate historic structures, upgrade utility systems, and enhance visitor facilities across ecologically sensitive and remote landscapes. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts focused on custom software development for resource management systems and specialized security and logistics services, ensuring that technical solutions align with federal preservation standards and operational resilience requirements. Bennett maintains consistent, long-term relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including HDR Engineering Inc., Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc., McKenzie Construction & Site Development LLC, BookCliff Partners, LLC, and Aleut Construction LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with demonstrated expertise in federal environmental compliance, heritage preservation, and remote-site logistics. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting, with a focus on technical proficiency, regulatory adherence, and proven track records in managing complex, mission-critical projects. Notably, Bennett’s acquisition strategy does not utilize socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a deliberate focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic categorization, prioritizing the qualifications and experience of vendors regardless of size or certification status. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and NAICS 561613 (Armored Car Services), indicating a dual emphasis on developing bespoke software for park resource monitoring and data management, alongside secure transportation and asset protection services for sensitive materials or cash-handling operations in remote park locations. Her expertise spans both digital infrastructure and physical security domains, ensuring integrated, mission-aligned solutions for the National Park Service’s unique operational environment.