Amanda S. Ragan

Amanda S. Ragan serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition through contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering technically complex goods and services in alignment with statutory procurement priorities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses aerospace, defense-related instrumentation, and engineering services, with a focus on high-precision systems used in aviation and navigation technologies. Ragan’s expertise lies in structuring competitive solicitations that balance technical rigor with fiscal responsibility, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities. While specific contractor names are not available, Ragan routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including prime contractors specializing in aerospace manufacturing and systems integration, as well as small businesses providing niche engineering and technical support services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for open competition, with the majority of awards issued under unrestricted solicitations. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry stakeholders to clarify requirements, promote transparency, and encourage innovation in technical proposals. Ragan demonstrates a measurable commitment to small business participation, with approximately 16.7% of her awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though she does not routinely utilize specialized socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate effort to expand market access for qualified small firms. Her approach aligns with federal goals to enhance competition and promote economic opportunity within the defense and aerospace supply chain. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334511 (aeronautical and navigation systems), 541330 (engineering services), and 336411/336413 (aircraft and auxiliary equipment manufacturing). These categories reflect deep technical expertise in avionics, flight control systems, and precision instrumentation. Ragan frequently procures custom-engineered components, test equipment, and technical support services critical to national aerospace and defense operations, demonstrating specialized knowledge in systems integration and technical specification development.