Katie Norton

Katie Norton serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of procurement actions, from requirement analysis and market research through solicitation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations while advancing mission-critical acquisitions for industrial and manufacturing needs. Her portfolio primarily encompasses the procurement of specialized industrial products, including precision tools, protective coatings, and industrial adhesives, supporting operational readiness across government facilities and programs. Norton’s work emphasizes structured, transparent processes aligned with FAR guidelines, ensuring accountability and value in every acquisition. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the data, Norton maintains a vendor ecosystem grounded in competitive, open market practices. She engages with a broad range of manufacturers and suppliers, particularly those capable of meeting stringent technical specifications for industrial-grade products. Her contracting approach favors established manufacturers with proven quality control systems and consistent delivery performance, fostering long-term vendor partnerships built on reliability and regulatory compliance. Norton’s procurement patterns reflect a strong preference for open competition, with 93% of her actions conducted without set-aside restrictions. The remaining 7% are awarded under Total Small Business Set-Aside provisions (FAR 19.5), demonstrating a measured but deliberate commitment to small business participation. She does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead prioritizing broad small business eligibility under the general small business category, consistent with efficient market competition principles. Her primary industry focus lies in NAICS 332216 (Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing) and 325510 (Paint and Coating Manufacturing), which together account for over 94% of her acquisition activity. She routinely procures precision cutting tools, industrial-grade paints, protective coatings, and specialty adhesives used in maintenance, infrastructure, and equipment fabrication. This technical domain requires deep familiarity with material specifications, performance standards, and compliance with military and industrial quality benchmarks, establishing her as a subject matter expert in industrial manufacturing procurement.