Beth A. Carter

Beth A. Carter serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while delivering mission-critical technology solutions that support national communication infrastructure. Her portfolio centers on full and open competitions under NAICS 334220, encompassing the procurement of transmitters, RF components, satellite communication systems, and related signal processing hardware. She oversees the full lifecycle of acquisitions—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring technical requirements align with operational needs and regulatory standards. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in available data, her procurement pattern reflects engagement with a broad base of qualified vendors capable of meeting stringent technical specifications for broadcast and wireless systems. She works with both large primes and small manufacturers possessing the engineering expertise to deliver compliant, interoperable equipment, fostering competitive bidding environments that prioritize performance, reliability, and cybersecurity readiness. Ms. Carter’s contracting activity is exclusively conducted under full and open competition, with no set-asides designated for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. This reflects a deliberate focus on technical capability over socioeconomic categorization, ensuring that acquisitions are awarded based solely on merit, compliance, and mission suitability. Her approach underscores a commitment to equitable access for all qualified offerors while maintaining strict adherence to technical performance standards. Her primary industry focus is NAICS 334220, where she specializes in procuring advanced radio frequency and wireless communication equipment used in public safety, broadcast transmission, and defense-related communications systems. She possesses deep familiarity with FCC compliance, RF emissions standards, and signal integrity requirements, making her a key technical liaison between end users and manufacturers in the broadcast and telecommunications equipment sector.