Deborah A. Harris

Deborah Harris serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing complex procurement initiatives within the aerospace and defense sector. Her role centers on executing full lifecycle acquisition processes—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations and mission-critical requirements. She specializes in high-technical-domain procurements involving aircraft propulsion systems, avionics components, and auxiliary equipment, aligning acquisitions with national defense and aerospace operational needs. Her work supports the agency’s broader mission to secure reliable, high-performance systems through transparent, competitive, and compliant contracting practices. While specific contractor names are not available, Deborah consistently engages with a diverse pool of manufacturers and suppliers specializing in aerospace systems integration. Her procurement patterns reflect collaboration with both large-tier prime contractors and niche suppliers capable of delivering precision-engineered components under strict quality and certification standards. She fosters long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance accountability, technical compliance, and supply chain resilience, often leveraging industry-specific standards such as AS9100 and ITAR requirements. Deborah’s contracting portfolio demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with approximately 89.5% of acquisitions conducted without set-asides. Nevertheless, she actively promotes small business participation, allocating nearly 10% of opportunities to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with minimal but consistent allocations to HUBZone and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns. Her approach balances broad market access with targeted socioeconomic objectives, ensuring equitable opportunity while maintaining mission readiness. Her primary technical focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing) and 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in turbine systems, fuel control units, and flight-critical subsystems. She regularly procures mission-critical components for military and commercial aviation platforms, demonstrating specialized knowledge in propulsion technology, thermal management systems, and aerospace-grade materials. Her domain expertise ensures acquisitions meet stringent airworthiness and reliability standards.