Dana Altmon-Cary Contracting Officer

Dana Altmon-Cary serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisitions in science, technology, and specialized services. She plays a critical role in executing the agency’s procurement mission by ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while delivering mission-critical capabilities. Her portfolio primarily encompasses research and development contracts, analytical instrumentation, engineering services, and institutional support solutions, often involving high-precision technical requirements and rigorous performance metrics. Altmon-Cary specializes in full and open competitions and is known for her methodical approach to solicitation development, source selection, and contract administration. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Altmon-Cary’s procurement patterns indicate a focus on established industry partners with demonstrated technical expertise in aerospace, laboratory systems, and engineering services. She engages with a diverse range of vendors—from large prime contractors with specialized R&D capabilities to mid-tier firms capable of supporting niche scientific missions. Her contracting approach emphasizes technical merit, past performance, and regulatory compliance, fostering long-term vendor partnerships built on transparency and accountability. Altmon-Cary’s contracting activity is entirely focused on full and open competition, with no set-asides recorded to date. This reflects a procurement strategy prioritizing technical capability and value over socioeconomic preferences, though it does not preclude small business participation in open competitions. Her approach aligns with mission-driven requirements where specialized expertise outweighs socioeconomic targeting, maintaining strict adherence to FAR guidelines while ensuring competitive integrity. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Space Research and Technology (927110), Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), and Engineering Services (541330), indicating deep expertise in procuring advanced scientific equipment, space-based research systems, and technical consulting services. She also regularly supports institutional needs through contracts with educational institutions (611310) and food service contractors (722310), demonstrating a broad yet technically grounded understanding of mission-enabling services across federal domains.