Kathy Fetterman

Kathy Fetterman serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations while advancing mission-critical research and development objectives. Her portfolio primarily consists of complex, high-technical-service contracts requiring deep subject-matter expertise, particularly in scientific and engineering domains. Fetterman works closely with program managers, technical evaluators, and legal counsel to structure acquisitions that balance innovation, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory rigor. Fetterman maintains collaborative relationships with a broad spectrum of contractors, including large prime firms with established R&D capabilities and specialized small businesses capable of delivering niche technical solutions. She engages with vendors through competitive sealed bidding and negotiated procurements, favoring performance-based contracting methods that emphasize measurable outcomes and technical excellence. Her procurement approach prioritizes transparency, fair competition, and clear statement of work development to ensure contractor accountability and mission alignment. Fetterman’s contracting patterns reflect a strong preference for open, unrestricted competition, with 100% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. While she does not routinely utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, her focus remains on securing the most qualified technical providers regardless of business size or certification status, consistent with the agency’s mission-driven priorities. Her primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 541712—Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology). She regularly procures advanced scientific services including experimental design, laboratory testing, data analytics, systems modeling, and engineering prototyping. Her expertise lies in managing contracts for cutting-edge technical research, requiring deep familiarity with scientific methodologies, compliance with federal research standards, and the ability to evaluate complex technical proposals in physics, chemistry, materials science, and related engineering disciplines.