Deana Gayda

Deana Gayda serves as a secondary procurement liaison within DLA Troop Support, supporting the agency’s mission to sustain operational readiness through the acquisition of mission-critical logistics and troop welfare systems. Though not a primary contracting officer, she plays a vital role in facilitating the planning, solicitation, and administration of acquisitions tied to field-deployable infrastructure and specialized supply chains. Her work centers on procurement activities involving climate control systems, deployable containers, medical logistics, and food service equipment essential to forward-deployed military units. She collaborates closely with senior contracting teams to ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations and aligns sourcing strategies with operational readiness requirements. Gayda maintains consistent working relationships with key vendors including WESTLAND TECHNOLOGIES, INC., ENGINEERED COIL COMPANY, ECI DEFENSE GROUP, INC., AEROSPACE & COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, and JOHNSON CONTROLS NAVY SYSTEMS, LLC. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized manufacturers of HVAC systems, engineered thermal solutions, and defense-grade environmental control units. Her engagement pattern emphasizes long-term vendor collaboration, technical evaluation support, and contract performance monitoring, particularly for complex, high-reliability systems requiring stringent military specifications. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 81.8% of actions conducted without set-aside restrictions, while maintaining a dedicated 18.2% allocation to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This balance demonstrates a strategic commitment to small business participation without compromising operational capability or supply chain resilience. Her primary procurement focus lies within NAICS 311991 (Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing), 311511 (Fluid Milk Manufacturing), and 311812 (Commercial Bakeries), indicating deep involvement in the acquisition of field rations, refrigerated food systems, and deployable galley equipment. This specialization underscores her technical expertise in sustainment logistics, food safety compliance, and cold chain management for austere environments.