Katherine L. Gleaton

Katherine L. Gleaton serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from market research and solicitation development to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical objectives through timely and efficient contracting solutions. Her portfolio primarily encompasses professional services and specialized manufacturing procurements, with a strong emphasis on engineering services and electronic component manufacturing. Gleaton works closely with technical stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts that deliver high-value outcomes while maintaining rigorous oversight and accountability. While no specific contractor relationships are identified in available data, Gleaton routinely engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including both large prime contractors and small businesses capable of delivering complex engineering and technical solutions. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open procurements, fostering an environment where vendors compete on technical merit, past performance, and cost-effectiveness. She maintains professional, transparent relationships with industry partners, ensuring fair and equitable access to opportunities under established federal acquisition frameworks. Gleaton’s procurement activity is exclusively non-set-aside, with 100% of her awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a strategic focus on maximizing competition and value, rather than socioeconomic set-asides. While she does not prioritize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, her approach ensures that all eligible vendors—regardless of size or certification—compete on a level playing field, consistent with agency-wide goals for broad market participation. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541330 (Engineering Services), where she acquires technical consulting, systems design, and analytical support services. She also frequently procures under NAICS 334419 (Other Electronic Component Manufacturing), sourcing specialized electronic parts and assemblies for defense, aerospace, or telecommunications applications. This dual specialization demonstrates deep domain expertise in technical engineering and advanced manufacturing sectors, positioning her as a key liaison between government needs and industry innovation.