Anne M. Horstman

Anne M. Horstman serves as a Contract Specialist at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (HDTRA1), where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex acquisitions that support the agency’s mission to counter weapons of mass destruction and emerging national security threats. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for scientific, technical, and operational support services, with a focus on advanced detection systems, threat analysis tools, and mission-critical infrastructure. Her acquisitions are aligned with DTRA’s strategic priorities in chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive defense, ensuring timely delivery of capabilities that enhance national resilience. Horstman maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of prime contractors including TECHTRANS INTERNATIONAL INC, BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE, AERIS LLC, APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC., and AMAZON WEB SERVICES, INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with deep technical expertise in defense science, cybersecurity, and systems integration. She frequently engages vendors capable of delivering high-assurance solutions under strict compliance frameworks, fostering collaborative, performance-based contracting models that prioritize innovation and mission readiness. Her procurement patterns show a strong orientation toward open competition, with 85.7% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions, reflecting the specialized and mission-critical nature of DTRA’s requirements. While small business participation is limited to 14.3% of awards, primarily through Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, she ensures compliance with socioeconomic goals where feasible, balancing mission needs with statutory obligations. Horstman’s primary NAICS focus includes 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) for specialized equipment, 541990 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) for R&D and analytical support, 561621 (Security Systems Services) for protective infrastructure, and 511210 for data and modeling services. Her portfolio reflects deep technical expertise in threat detection systems, forensic analysis platforms, and secure cloud-enabled mission architectures.