Dana J. Alexander

Dana L. Alexander serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency procurement policies, focusing on complex technical services and specialized manufacturing contracts. Her portfolio centers on high-value, mission-critical procurements in engineering, scientific research, and advanced systems development, requiring deep technical understanding and rigorous source selection processes. While specific contractor names are not available, Dana consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including large prime contractors with expertise in aerospace and defense systems, as well as small businesses offering niche engineering and R&D capabilities. Her procurement approach emphasizes competitive solicitation, clear performance metrics, and robust contract management to ensure deliverables align with technical specifications and mission objectives. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry partners to promote innovation and timely delivery of complex solutions. Dana’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 94.1% of her awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, with 5.9% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This demonstrates a balanced commitment to maximizing competition while ensuring meaningful opportunities for small businesses to contribute to mission-critical projects. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), followed by Engineering Services (541330) and specialized manufacturing in aerospace and navigation systems (334511, 336414). She routinely acquires advanced technical services including systems design, prototype development, sensor integration, and guided technology solutions, reflecting deep expertise in defense, aerospace, and scientific innovation domains.