Theresa Forbush

Theresa Forbush serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from requirement analysis and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and advancing the agency’s mission through timely, transparent, and legally sound contracting practices. Her portfolio is exclusively focused on security systems services, where she navigates complex technical specifications and performance-based requirements to secure mission-critical infrastructure and surveillance solutions. Theresa works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align acquisition strategies with operational needs, ensuring contracts deliver both regulatory compliance and mission effectiveness. Theresa maintains professional relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors specializing in electronic security systems, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and integrated security platform providers. While no single contractor dominates her award profile, she consistently engages with both large systems integrators and niche technical firms capable of meeting stringent performance and cybersecurity standards. Her contracting approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear performance metrics, and post-award oversight to ensure contractor accountability and service reliability. Theresa’s procurement activity reflects a strong preference for open, unrestricted competition, with 100% of her acquisitions designated as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical capability and value over socioeconomic categorization, though she remains fully compliant with all applicable small business policies. Her approach prioritizes best-value outcomes based on merit, ensuring that all eligible vendors—regardless of size or certification—are evaluated on equal footing under fair and transparent criteria. Her primary area of expertise lies in NAICS 561621, Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths), encompassing the acquisition of integrated electronic security systems, surveillance networks, alarm monitoring services, and cybersecurity-enabled physical security solutions. Theresa’s deep familiarity with technical standards such as ANSI, UL, and NIST guidelines enables her to effectively evaluate complex proposals and ensure contractor deliverables meet evolving threat landscapes and operational requirements.