Hillary G. Strickland

Hillary G. Strickland serves as a procurement specialist responsible for managing complex acquisitions in advanced manufacturing and precision instrumentation sectors. She plays a critical role in executing agency mission objectives by securing high-precision equipment and specialized subsystems essential for national technical operations. Her portfolio centers on competitive, full-and-open solicitations that require rigorous technical evaluation and compliance with federal acquisition regulations. Strickland routinely handles acquisitions for mission-critical systems involving electrical signal measurement, aerospace components, and industrial material handling machinery, ensuring that procurements align with operational readiness and technological standards. Strickland’s contractor relationships are characterized by engagement with Tier 1 manufacturers and niche suppliers possessing specialized engineering capabilities. She works closely with firms certified in AS9100 and ISO 13485 standards, prioritizing vendors with proven track records in low-volume, high-reliability production. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical fidelity over cost alone, fostering long-term partnerships with suppliers capable of supporting sustainment, modification, and calibration services. While no single contractor dominates her portfolio, she consistently collaborates with defense-industrial base firms and precision engineering specialists with demonstrated capacity for rapid prototyping and quality assurance. Strickland’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for full-and-open competition, with 100% of her acquisitions designated as non-set-aside. This indicates a strategic focus on technical merit and performance capability rather than socioeconomic preferences, though she remains compliant with all statutory requirements for small business outreach. Her approach ensures access to the broadest possible pool of qualified vendors, particularly those with advanced manufacturing certifications and defense supply chain experience. Her primary NAICS focus includes 334515 for electrical measurement instrumentation, 336413 for aircraft subsystems, and 333924 for industrial material handling equipment. She specializes in procuring calibrated sensors, avionics support components, and automated material transport systems, demonstrating deep expertise in electromechanical integration and industrial automation standards. Her technical acumen ensures acquisitions meet stringent performance, safety, and interoperability requirements across defense and aerospace domains.