Tracy Jackson

Tracy Lynn Jackson serves as a Contract Specialist within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, supporting the OCP-POD-Acq-Mgmt-Branch-FTC in executing mission-critical procurement actions to modernize digital infrastructure and operational systems. She manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for advanced computing services, custom software development, and technical consulting solutions that underpin data-driven agricultural policy implementation. Her portfolio centers on ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant IT systems through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and contract administration aligned with federal acquisition regulations. Tracy maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including ALPHA OMEGA INTEGRATION LLC, SAMYAK SOLUTIONS, INC., and MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, primarily engaging them for IT modernization, systems design, and mission-support services. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and clear statement of work development, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in accountability and technical proficiency. She routinely collaborates with these firms to deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving cybersecurity and operational resilience requirements. Tracy’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of her awards issued under no set-aside classifications. While she does not currently prioritize socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, her focus remains on securing high-capability vendors capable of delivering complex technical services with minimal risk and maximum efficiency. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), and 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), reflecting deep expertise in software development, systems integration, and IT infrastructure modernization. She also regularly procures commercial photography services under NAICS 541922 to support public outreach and documentation initiatives. Tracy’s domain expertise spans cybersecurity-enabled platforms, cloud-based data systems, and mission-critical software applications essential to USDA’s digital transformation goals.