Suzanne C Speed

Suzanne C. Speed serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security, where she plays a pivotal role in acquiring mission-critical security technologies that enhance aviation and transit safety. Her responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of complex procurements for advanced detection systems, cybersecurity services, and specialized monitoring equipment, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic procurement goals. She interfaces closely with technical stakeholders to translate operational requirements into solicitation documents, evaluates technical proposals, and negotiates contract terms to secure high-performance solutions that meet rigorous security standards. Suzanne collaborates with a diverse array of vendors, including manufacturers of sensing and control devices, professional technical service providers, and nondurable goods wholesalers. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with firms capable of delivering specialized, high-precision equipment and integrated technical services. She fosters collaborative vendor relationships grounded in transparency, technical rigor, and performance accountability, ensuring timely delivery of mission-essential capabilities. Her procurement strategy exhibits a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately half of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong preference for small business participation. She actively supports the inclusion of small disadvantaged businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and other qualified entities, aligning with DHS’s broader equity and resilience objectives. Suzanne’s technical focus centers on NAICS 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), where she procures explosive detection systems, irradiation apparatus, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring technologies. She also regularly engages contractors in NAICS 541990 for professional scientific services and 334210 for communication hardware, reflecting deep expertise in security instrumentation, sensor integration, and critical infrastructure protection systems.