Cindy Lantz

Cindy M. Lantz serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement actions across defense and aerospace-related domains. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s acquisition strategy by ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations, including FAR Part 19 small business programs and competitive solicitation protocols. Her portfolio primarily involves technical acquisitions for aircraft propulsion systems, auxiliary aviation components, and facilities support services, requiring deep familiarity with engineering specifications, supply chain logistics, and performance-based contracting methods. Lantz works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to define requirements, structure solicitations, and conduct source selection processes that prioritize mission readiness and value. While specific contractor names are not available, Lantz routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including Tier 1 aerospace manufacturers, specialized engineering firms, and facilities service providers. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach between large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, fostering competitive bidding environments while ensuring technical fidelity and delivery reliability. She maintains a collaborative working relationship with industry stakeholders, often participating in pre-solicitation conferences and market research engagements to refine acquisition strategies. Lantz demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 78% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she consistently supports small business participation, allocating nearly 17% of her portfolio to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and approximately 6% to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. This pattern reflects a deliberate effort to promote socioeconomic goals without compromising acquisition efficiency or technical performance. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), underscoring her expertise in aerospace propulsion systems and avionics support components. She also regularly procures facilities support services under NAICS 561210, indicating experience with maintenance, logistics, and infrastructure contracting. Her technical domain expertise spans mechanical systems, materials engineering, and mission-critical supply chain management within the defense aviation sector.