Donna N. Poteat

Donna N. Poteat serves as a Contract Specialist within the Department of the Army’s W6QK Acc-apg (W91CRB), where she plays a pivotal role in acquiring advanced aeronautical instrumentation, radio frequency systems, and battlefield data analytics platforms. Her procurement responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of complex technical contracts, from requirements validation and market research to solicitation, evaluation, and award. She ensures alignment with Army modernization priorities by facilitating the acquisition of next-generation intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities that enhance tactical communications and situational awareness on the modern battlefield. While specific contractor names are not available, Poteat maintains a diverse vendor ecosystem composed of defense technology primes, systems integrators, and specialized engineering firms capable of delivering high-assurance sensing and data processing solutions. Her working relationships emphasize technical competency, compliance with defense standards, and performance-based contracting methodologies, fostering partnerships with vendors who can meet stringent military specifications for ruggedized hardware and secure software environments. Poteat exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with 25% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. Though the majority of her portfolio remains open to all competitors, her consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate effort to cultivate innovation from emerging defense contractors and promote socioeconomic diversity within the Army’s supplier base. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 334511, reflecting deep expertise in the acquisition of aeronautical and navigation systems, complemented by significant activity in computer facilities management services (NAICS 541513) and software publishing (NAICS 511210). She routinely sources mission-critical technologies including RF sensors, signal processing units, and secure data infrastructure, demonstrating specialized knowledge in defense electronics and battlefield information systems.