Kevin Minter

Kevin Minter serves as an Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex transportation and aerospace procurement initiatives. He plays a critical role in ensuring mission-critical equipment and components are acquired in compliance with federal acquisition regulations, with a focus on technical specifications, source selection, and contract administration. His portfolio centers on high-precision manufacturing and specialized transportation systems, requiring deep familiarity with defense and aviation supply chains. Minter routinely handles competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, including sealed bids and negotiated contracts, ensuring alignment with agency operational needs and statutory requirements. While specific contractor names are not available, Minter’s procurement patterns reflect consistent engagement with manufacturers specializing in aerospace components, transportation equipment, and precision hardware. He fosters collaborative relationships with both large-tier defense contractors and niche suppliers capable of meeting stringent technical and quality standards. His approach emphasizes vendor performance tracking, risk mitigation, and contract compliance, promoting accountability throughout the supply chain. Minter demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 71.4% of his acquisitions conducted without set-asides, yet he maintains a meaningful commitment to small business participation, allocating 28.6% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a balanced strategy that prioritizes competition while actively supporting small business growth in specialized manufacturing sectors. He does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides, instead favoring broad small business eligibility under the Total Small Business category. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing) and 336999 (All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing), indicating deep expertise in avionics, flight control systems, and non-vehicle transportation hardware. He also regularly acquires custom hardware components under 332510 and marine systems under 336611, demonstrating proficiency in multi-domain industrial manufacturing environments and technical procurement for defense and aerospace applications.