Daniel "Logan" Thompson

Daniel "Logan" Thompson serves as a key procurement lead within the FA9300 AFTC PZR, a specialized unit of the Department of the Air Force focused on advancing aerospace research and development. He manages the acquisition of mission-critical analytical laboratory instruments, proprietary software systems, and engineering services essential for air and space system testing and operational readiness. His responsibilities include evaluating technical requirements, structuring competitive solicitations, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations to support high-stakes R&D initiatives. Thompson’s portfolio centers on complex, high-precision technical procurements that directly enable cutting-edge aerospace innovation. Thompson maintains a broad network of vendor partnerships, engaging both large-tier defense contractors and niche technology suppliers specializing in instrumentation and software development. While no single contractor dominates his award profile, he consistently collaborates with firms possessing deep expertise in aerospace-grade sensor systems, real-time data acquisition software, and calibrated laboratory equipment. His contracting approach emphasizes technical capability over volume, prioritizing vendors with proven experience in defense-grade certification, traceable calibration, and secure software development lifecycles. Thompson exhibits a strong preference for open competition, with 73.7% of his acquisitions issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 21.1% of opportunities to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5 and an additional 5.3% to 8(a) competed contracts. This balanced approach reflects a strategic commitment to fostering innovation from emerging vendors while maintaining access to the technical depth required for mission-critical systems. His procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 334516 (analytical laboratory instrument manufacturing) and 334515 (electrical signal measurement instrumentation), with significant activity in software publishing (513210) and specialized scientific repair services (811219). He routinely acquires high-resolution spectrometers, embedded data loggers, and custom-developed analysis platforms, demonstrating deep domain expertise in aerospace instrumentation and real-time test system integration.