Katheryn A. Hampton

Katheryn A. Hampton serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. Her role is central to ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. She routinely handles complex procurements involving specialized manufacturing, technical services, and support solutions, with a focus on competitive contracting methods that promote transparency and fairness. Her expertise lies in structuring solicitations that align with agency needs while adhering to socioeconomic mandates and statutory procurement frameworks. While specific contractor names are not available, Hampton’s contracting patterns reflect a strong emphasis on small business engagement, particularly through set-aside programs. She consistently prioritizes small business participation, with over 62% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. She also regularly utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides and service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) set-asides, demonstrating a deliberate strategy to foster equitable access to federal contracts for disadvantaged and veteran-owned enterprises. Her approach underscores a commitment to building diverse supplier networks and promoting economic opportunity. Hampton’s procurement focus centers on niche manufacturing and support services, with primary NAICS codes in 339999 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing), 333131 (Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing), and 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing). These reflect a technical domain expertise in specialized equipment, precision instruments, and industrial systems. She also procures facilities support services under NAICS 561210 and broader support services under 561990, indicating experience with integrated operational and logistical contracting. Her portfolio suggests a strong alignment with defense, industrial, and technical infrastructure needs, requiring deep familiarity with technical specifications, performance-based acquisition, and supply chain resilience.