Diana Myles-South

Diana Myles-South serves as a Contracting Officer for FA7000 10 Cons Lgc within the Department of the Air Force, where she leads the acquisition of precision instrumentation, laboratory equipment, and specialized technical systems critical to aerospace research and cadet training at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Her portfolio centers on high-accuracy measuring devices, analytical instruments, and advanced training technologies that sustain operational readiness and scientific innovation. She manages full lifecycle procurements under FAR and DFARS guidelines, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and mission-critical performance standards for complex scientific and educational environments. She maintains consistent working relationships with a select group of specialized vendors, including SAWASAWA LLC, BERNARD CAP, LLC, TEAL DRONES INC, BRANSCOME OPERATING, LLC, and LAVISION, INC.—firms recognized for their expertise in aerospace-grade instrumentation, drone-based data collection systems, and high-resolution imaging technologies. These partnerships reflect a preference for niche suppliers with proven capabilities in delivering ruggedized, laboratory-certified equipment tailored to military research and training applications. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor, vendor reliability, and long-term supportability over commodity sourcing. While the majority of her acquisitions are conducted as no set-aside procurements (64.3%), she actively supports small business participation through Total Small Business Set-Asides (35.7%), aligning with FAR 19.5 to foster competition among qualified small manufacturers. Her contracting patterns demonstrate a deliberate effort to integrate small businesses with relevant technical credentials into the supply chain without compromising mission requirements. Her primary NAICS focus lies in Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), reflecting a deep specialization in procuring spectrometers, calibration systems, and environmental monitoring devices. Secondary categories include Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing and Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing, indicating a broad yet precise scope that supports both laboratory and physical training infrastructure. Her expertise spans the intersection of defense science, educational technology, and precision engineering.