The Federal Aviation Administration focuses on the modernization of aviation infrastructure, the advancement of aerospace research, and the maintenance of national airspace safety. Strategic priorities center on the development of next-generation aviation technologies, including convective weather detection, forecasting research, and the prototyping of National Airspace System platforms.
Federal Aviation Administration is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Federal Aviation Administration has obligated $15,441,368, issued 4 awards, and worked with 4 contractors. It currently has 93 open contract opportunities.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
The Federal Aviation Administration focuses on the modernization of aviation infrastructure, the advancement of aerospace research, and the maintenance of national airspace safety. Strategic priorities center on the development of next-generation aviation technologies, including convective weather d...
The Federal Aviation Administration focuses on the modernization of aviation infrastructure, the advancement of aerospace research, and the maintenance of national airspace safety. Strategic priorities center on the development of next-generation aviation technologies, including convective weather detection, forecasting research, and the prototyping of National Airspace System platforms. The agency emphasizes the integration of advanced imaging services and the continuous evolution of aviation systems software to enhance surveillance and broadcast capabilities.
Procurement patterns indicate a heavy reliance on professional services, specifically in engineering, computer systems design, and administrative management consulting. The agency frequently procures custom computer programming, research and development in physical and engineering sciences, and specialized flight training. There is also a consistent requirement for commercial and institutional building construction and the manufacturing of aeronautical navigation and guidance instruments.
The agency primarily targets vendors within the engineering services, computer systems design, and construction sectors. There is a clear preference for Small Business Administration set-asides, with additional utilization of 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business programs. The agency actively engages in vendor matchmaking and small business outreach to diversify its industrial base.
Operating under the Department of Transportation, the agency manages a broad technical scope that includes the operation of the William J. Hughes Technical Center. Its procurement structure utilizes a mix of broad agency announcements for research, single-source justifications for specialized technical expertise, and competitive subcontracts for software and platform development.
Procurement Analytics
Where Federal Aviation Administration directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Federal Aviation Administration and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
