Thelma Jane Fields

Thelma Fields serves as a Contract Specialist within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that support disaster response, recovery, and resilience initiatives. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for services essential to emergency operations, including facility support, infrastructure restoration, and building inspection services. Her work ensures timely procurement of capabilities that enable rapid deployment of temporary housing, life-sustaining utilities, and operational infrastructure during national emergencies. Thelma’s acquisitions are strategically aligned with FEMA’s mandate to sustain critical services under high-stress conditions, emphasizing speed, scalability, and compliance with federal contracting regulations. Thelma maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including FED SERVE LLC, EDGE TECHNOLOGY DISTRIBUTORS, INC., WS ACQUISITION LLC, VIDOVATION CORPORATION, and SAMSTAR LLC. These contractors provide specialized services in emergency facilities management, technical support systems, and logistical coordination. Her procurement approach favors established vendors with proven experience in high-tempo, mission-driven environments, often leveraging indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) and performance-based contract vehicles to ensure flexibility and responsiveness during evolving operational needs. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted under open competition, Thelma demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with approximately 25% of her portfolio designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively prioritizes socioeconomic programs that expand opportunities for small businesses in emergency response sectors, aligning with FEMA’s broader goals of inclusive economic resilience. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), 541350 (Building Inspection Services), and 561210 (Facilities Support Services), reflecting her expertise in acquiring technical services that sustain operational facilities during and after disasters. She routinely procures HVAC installation, structural integrity assessments, and temporary infrastructure support—domains requiring strict adherence to safety codes and rapid turnaround timelines.