Deborah L. Ford

Deborah L. Ford serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement validation and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and supports the agency’s mission by delivering essential goods and services through transparent, competitive procurement processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses technical and engineering services, with a focus on complex, high-precision manufacturing and geospatial solutions. Ford routinely handles sealed bidding and negotiated acquisitions under FAR Part 15, often working with multidisciplinary teams to define performance-based requirements and evaluate technical proposals. While specific contractor names are not available, Ford’s procurement patterns indicate consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large-tier manufacturers and small businesses capable of delivering specialized technical solutions. Her working relationships emphasize collaboration, fair competition, and adherence to performance metrics, fostering vendor accountability and delivery reliability. She demonstrates a preference for structured contracting approaches that promote innovation and quality assurance in mission-critical procurements. Ford exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with 44.4% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity and leverage the agility of small firms in technical markets. While no other socioeconomic set-asides are dominant, her consistent use of small business set-asides underscores a dedication to fulfilling federal small business goals and cultivating a resilient supplier base. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Surveying and Mapping Services (541370), Aircraft Manufacturing (336411), Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing (336412), Semiconductor Manufacturing (334413), and Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (332999). This specialization reveals deep expertise in defense-adjacent and precision engineering sectors, where technical rigor, regulatory compliance, and supply chain integrity are paramount. Ford’s work supports advanced aerospace, defense, and geospatial technology initiatives requiring high-reliability components and specialized technical services.