Benita Robertson

Benita Robertson serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex procurement actions within the aerospace and defense sector. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while facilitating timely and cost-effective acquisition of critical aircraft components and propulsion systems. Her role is central to executing the agency’s mission of maintaining operational readiness through reliable, technologically advanced procurement solutions. She typically handles competitive sealed bidding and negotiated acquisitions under FAR Part 15, with a focus on high-value, mission-critical supplies requiring technical evaluation and risk mitigation. Robertson collaborates with a diverse range of contractors, including prime manufacturers, specialized subsystem suppliers, and small business subcontractors. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing specialized certifications and technical capabilities in aircraft systems integration. Her working relationships are characterized by a preference for transparent communication, performance-based contracting, and rigorous source selection processes that prioritize technical merit and past performance. Her procurement strategy reflects a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with nearly equal distribution among HUBZone, total small business set-asides, and open competitions. This approach demonstrates a deliberate effort to foster competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for economically disadvantaged businesses. She actively promotes small business participation through early market research, pre-solicitation outreach, and mentor-protégé program alignment, reinforcing the agency’s dedication to equitable contracting. Robertson’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in propulsion systems, avionics support components, and auxiliary flight equipment. She specializes in procuring precision-engineered parts, safety-critical subsystems, and maintenance-ready assemblies used in military and government-operated aircraft. Her domain knowledge spans materials science, aerospace quality standards, and defense supply chain resilience, making her a key liaison between technical stakeholders and acquisition teams.