Cynthia C Turner

Cynthia C. Turner supports the procurement mission of FA7022, Amic Det 2, Oliver P. K. Air Force Base, a specialized unit within the Department of the Air Force focused on advancing high-precision sensing, geophysical monitoring, and signal exploitation systems. In her capacity, she manages the acquisition of scientific instrumentation, analytical laboratory equipment, and mission-critical software platforms used for environmental data collection and defense intelligence processing. Her procurement activities center on ensuring the agency maintains cutting-edge technical capabilities to support national security objectives through timely, compliant, and technically rigorous contract actions. While specific contractor names are not available, Turner’s contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with demonstrated expertise in scientific testing, data analytics, and engineering services. She engages with a mix of large primes and specialized small businesses capable of delivering laboratory-grade analytical systems, geophysical data processing tools, and custom software solutions tailored to classified and unclassified defense environments. Her approach emphasizes technical validation, performance-based contracting, and vendor reliability in delivering complex, mission-sensitive capabilities. Turner’s portfolio is predominantly open competition, with 86.7% of acquisitions not set aside, reflecting the technical specificity and limited vendor base required for these capabilities. However, she consistently allocates 13.3% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but active commitment to small business participation without compromising mission readiness or technical integrity. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services), reflecting a strong demand for certified analytical and calibration services, followed by 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) for data systems and 541715 (R&D in Physical Sciences) for advanced sensor development. She frequently procures ruggedized instrumentation, real-time signal processing software, and geospatial data analysis tools, underscoring her deep technical alignment with defense science and engineering domains.