Jennifer D. Sternthal

Jennifer D. Sternthal serves as a Contract Administrator for FA4801 49 Cons Pk under the Department of the Air Force, where she plays a pivotal role in executing mission-critical procurements that sustain aerospace readiness and installation infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for advanced communications systems, avionics maintenance, instrumentation, and environmental remediation services essential to Air Force operational continuity. Her work ensures timely acquisition of technical solutions that support electronic warfare capabilities, surveillance platforms, and base support systems, aligning closely with the agency’s modernization and sustainment priorities. Sternthal maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including UNICO GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC, FSR CONSULTING LLC, and SYSMEX AMERICA, INC., among others. These partnerships span specialized technical services, equipment repair, and mission-critical supply chain support, reflecting a preference for vendors with proven expertise in aerospace-grade maintenance and industrial instrumentation. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, compliance, and performance-based outcomes, fostering long-term vendor collaboration grounded in clear statement of work requirements and rigorous contract administration standards. A strong advocate for small business participation, Sternthal prioritizes Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, with over half of her acquisitions reserved for small businesses. She also actively supports Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) contracting, reflecting a deliberate socioeconomic strategy to broaden vendor diversity. Her pattern of set-aside usage demonstrates a structured commitment to empowering small and disadvantaged firms while maintaining acquisition integrity and mission readiness. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS categories including 532412 (construction and industrial equipment leasing), 811310 (commercial machinery repair and maintenance), and 562910 (remediation services), underscoring expertise in industrial support systems and environmental compliance. She routinely procures specialized equipment for avionics upkeep, facility infrastructure maintenance, and hazardous material management, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with the operational demands of Air Force installations.