Theresa Cerda

Theresa Cerda serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle for critical government services, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and aligning contracts with operational mission needs. She oversees the full spectrum of contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—primarily focusing on professional services that support national security and infrastructure integrity. Her portfolio centers on complex, performance-based acquisitions requiring technical rigor and stringent oversight, reflecting her role as a key enabler of agency capabilities through strategic sourcing. Theresa cultivates collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of qualified vendors, particularly those specializing in security systems integration and engineering services. While no single contractor dominates her award history, she consistently engages with firms possessing demonstrated expertise in system design, risk mitigation, and technical implementation. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive bidding, clear performance metrics, and vendor accountability, fostering transparent and results-driven partnerships grounded in FAR compliance and sound risk management practices. Theresa’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions conducted without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on selecting the most capable offerors regardless of socioeconomic status, rather than prioritizing 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs. Her approach underscores a commitment to mission effectiveness and value-driven outcomes, aligning with agency priorities that emphasize technical merit over socioeconomic targeting. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services) and NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), where she procures integrated security solutions, surveillance infrastructure, cybersecurity support, and technical engineering consulting. She routinely manages contracts for system design, installation, testing, and ongoing maintenance of mission-critical infrastructure, demonstrating deep familiarity with technical specifications, compliance standards, and performance-based service delivery models.