Aimee L. Helm

Aimee L. Helm serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurement actions across a diverse portfolio of industrial and security-related acquisitions. She plays a pivotal role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations, including FAR and socioeconomic requirements. Her work encompasses the full lifecycle of contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and administration—primarily focused on specialized manufacturing and security services. Helm’s expertise lies in navigating technical procurement challenges involving heavy-gauge metal fabrication, fluid power systems, and broadcast communications equipment, ensuring that acquisitions meet operational needs while upholding fiscal accountability and regulatory integrity. While specific contractor names are not available, Helm maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships spanning small businesses and large industrial manufacturers. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach, engaging both established suppliers with technical capabilities in niche manufacturing sectors and agile small businesses capable of delivering specialized services. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors who demonstrate compliance, reliability, and innovation, particularly in areas requiring stringent quality control and certification standards. Helm demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 30% of her awards directed toward set-aside programs. Her preferences include Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity within the defense and industrial supply base. Her contracting approach aligns with federal mandates to promote socioeconomic diversity while maintaining mission-critical performance standards. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 332420 (Heavy Gauge Metal Tank Manufacturing), NAICS 561621 (Security Systems Services), and related categories such as fluid power component manufacturing and communications equipment production. This technical specialization underscores her expertise in procuring engineered hardware and integrated security solutions, positioning her as a key liaison between operational requirements and industrial supply chain capabilities.