Cara L. Peters

Cara Peters serves as a Contract Specialist for the Commander (M00264) under the Department of the Navy, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical acquisitions that sustain and modernize naval warfighting capabilities. She manages a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning systems engineering, tactical computing, and armored vehicle modernization, ensuring alignment with operational readiness goals. Her work directly supports the agency’s focus on cyber-enabled decision support, real-time sensor integration, and advanced command and control architectures. Peters applies full lifecycle contracting expertise—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance oversight—to deliver agile, compliant solutions that meet evolving naval requirements. She maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including GOLDBELT HAWK L.L.C., ALEX-ALTERNATIVE EXPERTS, LLC, TNDA TECHNOLOGIES INC., BC MARKET SOLUTIONS LLC, and BIOSPACE, INC., who provide specialized technical services and defense-grade hardware. These partnerships reflect a balanced reliance on both established defense contractors and niche technical firms capable of delivering rapid prototyping, systems integration, and mission-specific software solutions. Peters fosters collaborative, performance-driven vendor relationships grounded in strict compliance with federal acquisition regulations and technical performance metrics. Her procurement strategy reflects an even split between open competition and Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a strong institutional commitment to socioeconomic diversity. She actively leverages small business capabilities to inject innovation into complex defense programs, ensuring broad participation without compromising mission integrity or technical rigor. Cara’s primary acquisition focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 336992 (Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing). She specializes in procuring integrated tactical computing platforms, armored vehicle upgrades, cybersecurity-enabling software, and mission-critical support services tailored to naval operational environments, reflecting deep expertise in defense systems engineering and ground combat modernization.