Julie Achterman

Julie Anna Achterman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives for defense and industrial support programs. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex technical acquisitions involving specialized manufacturing, mechanical systems, and defense-related equipment, requiring deep familiarity with sourcing strategies, competitive procedures, and contract type selection under Part 15 of the FAR. Achterman maintains a structured contracting approach that emphasizes fair and open competition, with a strong preference for non-set-aside solicitations, while actively engaging with small business vendors through targeted set-asides. She routinely collaborates with a diverse pool of contractors, including prime manufacturers and subcontractors specializing in defense-grade components, with whom she fosters transparent, performance-based partnerships grounded in rigorous evaluation criteria and post-award oversight. Her socioeconomic contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to small business participation, with nearly one in five awards reserved for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, and notable emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). These preferences demonstrate her alignment with federal goals to expand economic opportunity among veteran- and minority-owned enterprises while maintaining program integrity. Achterman’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to defense and industrial manufacturing, particularly 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), 332994 (Small Arms and Ordnance Manufacturing), and 336992 (Military Armored Vehicle and Tank Component Manufacturing). Her technical expertise spans mechanical power transmission systems, engine equipment, and armored vehicle components, positioning her as a key liaison between operational requirements and industrial supply chains supporting national defense infrastructure.