Amy Harshner

Amy Harshner serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace systems, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-critical requirements. She oversees the full lifecycle of contracts—from market research and solicitation to award and administration—focusing on high-precision instrumentation, aviation components, and specialized electronic systems. Her work supports national security and aviation infrastructure through strategic sourcing that prioritizes technical capability, regulatory adherence, and timely delivery. Harshner’s portfolio is dominated by commercial off-the-shelf and modified commercial items requiring rigorous testing and certification under FAR and DFARS guidelines. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers in aerospace manufacturing and precision instrumentation, including firms with AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications. She fosters collaborative relationships with vendors capable of meeting stringent quality control, traceability, and export compliance standards, often requiring ITAR or EAR controls. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based contracting and risk mitigation through robust technical evaluations and source selection criteria aligned with DoD best practices. Harshner’s set-aside preferences reflect a strong inclination toward open competition, with 92.3% of awards issued as unrestricted. However, she actively supports small business participation, dedicating 7.7% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a measured commitment to socioeconomic goals without compromising mission needs, aligning with agency priorities to maintain a competitive, capable industrial base. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), with additional activity in flight instrumentation, electrical signal testing systems, and specialized sensor manufacturing. She routinely procures avionics components, calibration equipment, and embedded control systems requiring high reliability and environmental resilience, reflecting deep technical expertise in aeronautical engineering and electronic systems integration.