Cheryl L Owens

Cheryl L. Owens serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives across technical and defense-related domains. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex procurements involving advanced systems manufacturing, aerospace instrumentation, and specialized construction services, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes. While specific contractor names are not available, Owens engages with a diverse range of vendors, including prime contractors and subcontractors specializing in high-technology manufacturing and niche specialty trade services. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between large-capability firms and small business partners, fostering competitive bidding environments and ensuring technical innovation through diversified supplier engagement. She maintains a collaborative relationship with industry stakeholders to clarify requirements and promote transparency in the acquisition process. Owens demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 36.8% of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Her procurement strategy prioritizes inclusive competition, consistently leveraging small business set-asides to expand opportunities for qualified small businesses without relying on other socioeconomic programs such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. This reflects a deliberate focus on broad-based small business engagement across multiple industry sectors. Her primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 334511 for search, detection, and aeronautical systems, alongside significant activity in guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing (336414) and boat building (336612). She also procures specialized services under 238990 and software-related solutions under 511210, indicating expertise in both hardware-intensive defense systems and supporting information technology services. Her technical domain knowledge spans aerospace, maritime, and defense electronics, making her a key player in securing advanced capabilities for national security and operational readiness.