Jacob Passey

Jacob Passey serves as a Contract Negotiator responsible for managing complex procurement actions involving advanced electronics and aerospace systems. He plays a critical role in ensuring acquisitions align with federal contracting regulations, negotiating terms that balance technical requirements, cost effectiveness, and schedule integrity. His portfolio centers on high-precision manufacturing and communication technologies, often involving technical specifications for defense and aviation-grade components. Passey works closely with engineering and program management teams to translate operational needs into enforceable contract language, ensuring deliverables meet stringent performance and compliance standards. Passey engages with a diverse base of manufacturers specializing in electronic assembly, avionics, and communications equipment. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he routinely collaborates with mid-tier and large prime contractors possessing ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications, as well as specialized suppliers with ITAR and EAR compliance capabilities. His negotiation style emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear deliverable milestones, and rigorous quality assurance protocols, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in transparency and accountability. His contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of his acquisitions classified as “No Set-Aside.” This indicates a focus on technical merit and capability over socioeconomic designation, prioritizing the most qualified offerors regardless of business size or certification status. While he does not target 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs specifically, his process remains fully compliant with all federal small business participation requirements, ensuring equitable access for all eligible vendors. Passey’s primary procurement focus lies within NAICS codes 334111, 336413, 334418, 334511, and 334220, reflecting deep expertise in electronic computer manufacturing, aircraft subsystems, printed circuit assembly, navigation and guidance systems, and wireless communications equipment. He routinely procures mission-critical components such as embedded controllers, RF modules, radar interfaces, and ruggedized circuit boards used in defense, aerospace, and federal communications infrastructure. His technical acumen spans signal integrity, electromagnetic compatibility, and MIL-STD compliance, making him a trusted advisor in high-reliability electronics acquisition.