Gayla G Burchfield

Gayla G. Burchfield serves as a Buyer responsible for managing the acquisition of specialized aerospace components and auxiliary equipment within the federal procurement ecosystem. Her role centers on ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective procurement of mission-critical aviation parts, aligning with federal acquisition regulations and agency operational needs. She executes full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and contract administration—primarily for technical products under the aerospace manufacturing domain. Her work supports the broader mission of sustaining national defense and aviation infrastructure through reliable supply chain solutions. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable in the available data, Burchfield’s procurement activity consistently engages manufacturers and suppliers capable of meeting stringent aerospace quality and certification standards, including those holding AS9100 and ITAR compliance. She typically works with a mix of prime contractors and subcontractors capable of delivering precision-engineered aircraft components, often requiring specialized certifications and technical documentation. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven track records in high-integrity manufacturing environments. Burchfield demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 21.5% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to foster competition and expand opportunities for small businesses in the aerospace supply chain. While no other socioeconomic set-asides are currently prevalent in her portfolio, her consistent use of small business set-asides signals active support for small business growth and diversity in federal contracting. Her procurement focus is exclusively concentrated on NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—indicating deep specialization in the procurement of non-engine airframe components, avionics housings, landing gear parts, and other auxiliary systems critical to aircraft functionality. This technical domain requires precise understanding of aerospace specifications, material certifications, and supply chain traceability standards, positioning her as a subject matter expert in niche aviation procurement.