Terry Knight

Terry Knight serves as a key procurement professional within the Program Support Center Acquisition Management Service, supporting the Department of Health and Human Services in securing mission-critical technical and administrative services. Responsible for managing complex acquisitions across business support and computer-related services, Knight ensures alignment with HHS’s strategic priorities in biomedical research and public health infrastructure. Their portfolio consistently focuses on procuring advanced computing solutions, laboratory support systems, and management consulting services that enable scientific innovation and operational efficiency across federal health programs. Knight maintains established working relationships with leading contractors including Science Applications International Corporation and SARA Software Systems LLC, fostering long-term partnerships built on technical excellence and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. These relationships are characterized by competitive, performance-based contracting approaches that prioritize innovation, scalability, and mission readiness. While major primes dominate the landscape, Knight actively cultivates a diverse vendor ecosystem to ensure resilience and adaptability in service delivery. A strong advocate for socioeconomic inclusion, Knight consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 50% of acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 25% reserved for 8(a) competed contracts. This deliberate focus reflects a sustained commitment to expanding opportunities for disadvantaged and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses, aligning with federal mandates to promote equitable access to government contracting. The majority of Knight’s acquisitions fall under NAICS 561499 (All Other Business Support Services), encompassing administrative, logistical, and operational support functions, while 25% target NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), including custom software development, data analytics, and IT infrastructure support. This dual focus underscores deep expertise in procuring integrated solutions that bridge administrative efficiency with cutting-edge technological capability in support of national health objectives.