Cori L. Kirkbride

Cori Kirkbride is a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and executing procurement actions to support the agency's mission. In this role, they handle the administrative and technical requirements of the contracting process, ensuring that acquisitions are conducted in accordance with federal procurement regulations. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement data indicates a primary reliance on full and open competitions, with no set-aside used in the majority of cases. There is a secondary focus on Total Small Business Set-Asides (FAR 19.5), reflecting a targeted commitment to increasing small business participation within their contracting activities. The procurement focus is heavily weighted toward high-tech manufacturing and specialized engineering. The primary area of expertise involves Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (NAICS 334220), followed by Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing (NAICS 336414). Additionally, the portfolio includes acquisitions for Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing and various professional, scientific, and technical consulting services.