Christopher V. James

Chris V. James serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions in defense and aerospace systems, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations and mission-critical delivery timelines. He plays a pivotal role in executing full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award administration and contract closeout—supporting national security objectives through technically demanding procurements. His portfolio primarily encompasses guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing, as well as specialized engineering services, requiring deep familiarity with DFARS, FAR Part 15 negotiated acquisitions, and technical evaluation criteria for high-performance systems. James maintains a broad network of prime contractors specializing in defense aerospace systems and advanced engineering solutions. While no single vendor dominates his award profile, he consistently engages with firms possessing ITAR/EAR compliance, AS9100 certification, and relevant security clearances. His contracting approach emphasizes competitive bidding, technical merit-based evaluations, and performance-based service contracts to ensure accountability and innovation in mission-critical domains. His procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical capability and readiness over socioeconomic set-asides, though he remains compliant with all small business participation requirements under FAR Part 19. His approach prioritizes mission need and system interoperability, ensuring that contracting decisions align with operational readiness rather than socioeconomic targeting. James specializes in NAICS 336414 (Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing) and NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), procuring advanced propulsion systems, guidance and control technologies, satellite subsystems, and systems integration services. His technical domain expertise spans hypersonics, orbital systems, and defense electronics, requiring close collaboration with engineering teams to define performance specifications and evaluate technical proposals under rigorous risk assessment protocols.