Donald Bickford

Donald Bickford serves as a Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the Navy’s maritime technological capabilities through the acquisition of advanced electronic systems, sensors, and mission-critical support services. His portfolio centers on the development, integration, and sustainment of sonar, radar, navigation, and signal processing technologies essential to fleet readiness and undersea dominance. Bickford manages a diverse range of contract actions, including research and development, engineering services, and specialized hardware procurement, ensuring alignment with the Department of the Navy’s modernization priorities and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of technical contractors, including CYNERGY PROFESSIONAL SYSTEMS LLC, AEROSPACE & COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC, and SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, all of which provide high-precision electronic systems and mission support services. His contracting approach emphasizes long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical expertise and proven performance in naval electronics, with a preference for firms capable of delivering integrated solutions for complex maritime platforms. Bickford’s procurement patterns reflect a strong orientation toward open competition, with 81.3% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. Nevertheless, he actively supports small business participation, allocating 18.8% of awards to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both mission efficacy and socioeconomic objectives. His primary NAICS focus includes 541990 for professional scientific services and 339999 for miscellaneous manufacturing, reflecting his specialization in advanced electronics, precision instrumentation, and specialized hardware development. He routinely procures custom-built components, embedded systems, and technical support services critical to naval sensor modernization, underscoring his deep domain expertise in electronic warfare and maritime surveillance technologies.