Will Reese

Will Reese serves as a procurement professional within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security, where he supports the acquisition of mission-critical security technologies and operational services essential to national transportation infrastructure. His work centers on securing advanced detection systems, cybersecurity solutions, and facility support services that enhance aviation and transit security. Reese manages a diverse portfolio of contracts, including complex technical acquisitions for explosive detection equipment, irradiation systems, and GPS-enabled rail monitoring platforms, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and strategic procurement objectives aligned with TSA’s security priorities. Reese collaborates with a broad spectrum of vendors, including established defense and technology contractors as well as small business providers, fostering partnerships that balance innovation, reliability, and regulatory adherence. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to engage both large-scale system integrators and niche solution providers capable of delivering specialized detection and cybersecurity capabilities. His approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and lifecycle support, ensuring sustained operational readiness. A strong advocate for socioeconomic diversity in contracting, Reese consistently prioritizes Women-Owned Small Businesses, with 50% of his awards directed to this category, reflecting a commitment to equitable opportunity and workforce inclusion. His set-aside preferences align with DHS’s broader goals of expanding participation from underrepresented business communities, though he also regularly awards full and open contracts when technical requirements demand broader market competition. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 561720 (Janitorial Services), indicating a dual emphasis on cutting-edge IT support—such as network security, data analytics, and system integration—and essential facility operations that maintain secure, sanitized environments at high-traffic transit hubs. This unique blend of technical and operational contracting expertise positions him at the intersection of cybersecurity, infrastructure resilience, and mission-critical logistics.