Zelda M. Proctor

Zelda M. Proctor serves as a Contract Specialist within the Contracting and Procurement office of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. She plays a critical role in executing acquisitions that support national transportation security infrastructure, managing the full lifecycle of contracts for specialized equipment and operational support services. Her portfolio includes the procurement of explosive detection systems, irradiation apparatus, GPS-enabled rail monitoring technologies, and related cybersecurity and administrative services. Proctor ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the TSA’s strategic mission to enhance aviation and transit security through innovative, mission-critical solutions. Proctor maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, facilitating seamless contract performance across technical and logistical domains. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages firms with proven expertise in security technology integration, management consulting, and operational support services. Her working relationships are characterized by transparency, rigorous performance oversight, and a focus on vendor capability rather than volume, fostering trust and accountability in mission-critical procurements. Proctor demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with 25% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She actively prioritizes small business participation, though the majority of her acquisitions—75%—are open to all competitors, reflecting a balanced approach that ensures competition while advancing federal small business goals. Her contracting patterns reflect a deliberate effort to include qualified small businesses without compromising operational readiness or technical standards. Her primary NAICS focus areas include administrative management consulting, janitorial services, travel arrangement services, and other accounting services—each representing 25% of her procurement activity. This reflects a broad operational support portfolio that enables the TSA’s day-to-day mission execution, from facility maintenance to logistical coordination. Proctor’s expertise lies in bridging technical security requirements with essential administrative services, ensuring seamless integration of procurement outcomes into frontline security operations.