Jacqueline F. Alford

Jacqueline F. Alford serves as a Contract Specialist within the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), operating under agency code H92241, where she plays a pivotal role in acquiring mission-critical aviation systems and auxiliary equipment for special operations forces. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of procurement—from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration—ensuring that advanced avionics, electronic warfare components, and integrated sensor systems meet the rigorous operational demands of elite units. She works closely with engineering and operational stakeholders to translate technical requirements into compliant, performance-based contracts that prioritize readiness, interoperability, and rapid fielding. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, Alford routinely engages with defense aerospace manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers specializing in military-grade aircraft subsystems. Her procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor, supply chain resilience, and compliance with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements for controlled technical data and ITAR-sensitive components. She fosters long-term partnerships with vendors capable of delivering high-reliability, low-volume, high-complexity systems under tight operational timelines. Alford’s contracting portfolio reflects a 100% preference for non-set-aside acquisitions, indicating a focus on mission-critical capabilities where technical superiority and rapid delivery outweigh socioeconomic preferences. This pattern underscores the urgency and specialized nature of USSOCOM’s requirements, where only a limited pool of qualified suppliers can meet stringent performance and security standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413—Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing—where she sources advanced cockpit avionics, mission computer interfaces, electronic countermeasure pods, and other embedded systems critical to special operations aircraft. Her domain expertise centers on integrating classified sensor suites and ruggedized electronics into airborne platforms, requiring deep familiarity with military aviation standards, configuration control, and rapid prototyping workflows.