Bermuda Brittingham

Bermuda A. Brittingham serves as Lead Contracting Officer, responsible for managing complex acquisition strategies across high-technology and specialized manufacturing domains. In this capacity, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical capabilities through competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses defense-adjacent and aerospace-related procurements, including custom software development, engineering services, and specialized components for aviation and communications systems. Brittingham plays a pivotal role in translating agency requirements into solicitation documents that attract qualified vendors while maintaining rigorous oversight throughout the acquisition lifecycle—from market research and source selection to contract award and performance monitoring. Her contractor relationships span a diverse ecosystem of prime contractors and subcontractors, particularly those with expertise in aerospace systems integration, advanced materials, and mission-critical IT solutions. While no single contractor dominates her award portfolio, she consistently engages with firms possessing technical certifications and demonstrated capability in niche manufacturing and software development sectors. Brittingham fosters collaborative vendor partnerships grounded in performance-based contracting and clear deliverable milestones, encouraging innovation and accountability. Her procurement approach reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 95.7% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides, aligning with mission needs requiring specialized technical expertise. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with 4.3% of awards directed toward Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to socioeconomic goals where market conditions permit. Brittingham’s primary NAICS focus areas include Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing, Custom Computer Programming Services, Engineering Services, and Carbon and Graphite Product Manufacturing. She specializes in procuring advanced avionics components, secure communications hardware, tailored software solutions, and high-performance composite materials—reflecting deep technical familiarity with aerospace, defense, and next-generation telecommunications systems.