Cheryllynn Peters

Cheryllynn Peters serves as a Grants Specialist responsible for administering federal financial assistance programs that support critical infrastructure and advanced manufacturing initiatives. While her role centers on grants rather than traditional procurement, her work directly influences the acquisition landscape by funding research, development, and deployment of specialized electronic components and power systems. She collaborates closely with state agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners to align grant-funded projects with national priorities in energy resilience and technological innovation, ensuring compliance with federal grant regulations under 2 CFR Part 200. Though her position does not involve direct contract awards, Cheryllynn’s grant funding decisions often channel resources toward contractors and subcontractors operating in high-technology manufacturing and power systems construction. She maintains strong working relationships with firms specializing in electronic component manufacturing, transformer production, and power line infrastructure, ensuring funded projects are executed by technically capable entities with proven capabilities in precision engineering and regulatory compliance. Cheryllynn demonstrates a clear preference for non-set-aside awards, with 87.5% of her funding opportunities open to all eligible applicants. However, she consistently supports small business participation through 12.5% total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a balanced approach that prioritizes technical merit while encouraging broad competition among small manufacturers and contractors. Her socioeconomic contracting patterns emphasize capability over certification, with a focus on firms demonstrating proven performance in niche technical domains. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), 334416 (Capacitor, Resistor, and Inductor Manufacturing), 335311 (Power and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing), and 237130 (Power and Communication Line Construction). These reflect deep expertise in the design, production, and installation of mission-critical electrical systems, particularly those supporting defense, utility, and telecommunications infrastructure. Her technical domain knowledge ensures funded projects advance next-generation power distribution and electronic component innovation.