Alisha Bradley

Alisha M. Bradley serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace technologies. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses contracts for aircraft systems, specialized instrumentation, and engineering research services, with a strong emphasis on technical precision and regulatory adherence. Bradley routinely handles competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements under FAR Part 15, focusing on high-value, low-volume acquisitions requiring specialized engineering oversight. While specific contractor names are not available, her procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers and niche suppliers of avionics and test instrumentation. She cultivates relationships with firms possessing ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications, prioritizing vendors with proven track records in quality assurance and defense supply chain compliance. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, technical evaluation criteria, and rigorous source selection processes to ensure mission readiness and system interoperability. Bradley demonstrates a balanced commitment to small business participation, with 25% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of her acquisitions remain open to all competitors, she actively leverages small business set-asides to foster innovation and diversify the supplier base, aligning with broader federal socioeconomic goals. Her pattern reflects a strategic, rather than symbolic, approach to small business inclusion, ensuring eligible firms compete meaningfully for technically demanding contracts. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), with significant activity in 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Electrical Measurement) and 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing). She also regularly procures research and development services under NAICS 541715, indicating expertise in advanced aerospace engineering, sensor systems, and flight-critical instrumentation. Her technical domain spans avionics integration, flight test instrumentation, and applied physical sciences supporting aerospace system development.