Terri Hilton

Terri Hilton serves as a key procurement lead within the Office of Acquisition Management at the Federal Transit Administration, where she ensures the strategic execution of administrative and management consulting services critical to federal transit program integrity. Her role centers on overseeing the acquisition lifecycle for advisory services that support financial accountability, grant compliance, and program evaluation across transit initiatives. She specializes in managing competitively awarded contracts that align with the agency’s mission to strengthen oversight and operational efficiency in federally funded transit systems, consistently prioritizing performance-based outcomes and rigorous contract administration. Hilton works primarily with small businesses certified under the 8(a) Business Development Program, cultivating long-term partnerships with firms specializing in public sector consulting and administrative support. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for collaborative, performance-driven vendor relationships, where contractors provide tailored expertise in financial management systems, internal controls, and program evaluation frameworks. While no specific contractor names are publicly identifiable, her portfolio consistently engages 8(a)-certified entities capable of delivering high-integrity advisory services under stringent federal compliance standards. Her procurement strategy is deeply rooted in socioeconomic equity, with 100% of her acquisitions set aside for 8(a) competed contracts. This unwavering commitment underscores her dedication to expanding opportunities for disadvantaged businesses and ensuring that federal transit oversight benefits from diverse, innovative perspectives. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate focus on empowering small businesses with the capacity to deliver complex, mission-critical administrative services. Hilton’s technical domain is exclusively aligned with NAICS 541611, Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. She procures specialized consulting support in financial oversight, grant management, internal audit readiness, and program performance evaluation—services essential to maintaining transparency and compliance in transit grant administration. Her expertise lies in identifying consultants capable of translating federal regulatory requirements into actionable operational improvements for transit agencies nationwide.