Kim C Tingey

Kim C. Tingey serves as an Engineer responsible for managing technical acquisitions within the federal procurement system, focusing on the design, development, and integration of specialized aircraft components and auxiliary systems. In this role, Tingey acts as a technical liaison between engineering requirements and contract execution, ensuring that procurements align with operational readiness standards and aerospace performance specifications. Her acquisitions typically involve complex engineering solutions requiring rigorous compliance with military and aviation safety regulations, including certification under FAA and DoD standards. She plays a critical role in translating technical needs into solicitation language, evaluating vendor proposals for engineering feasibility, and overseeing contract performance to ensure deliverables meet stringent airworthiness and reliability criteria. Tingey’s contractor relationships are centered on manufacturers and subsystem suppliers with proven expertise in aerospace engineering, particularly those capable of producing precision-engineered aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment. While no specific vendor patterns are currently identifiable in the data, her procurement history suggests consistent engagement with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers possessing AS9100 certification and robust quality management systems. She works closely with technical teams to assess vendor capabilities, conduct design reviews, and ensure supply chain resilience for mission-critical components. Tingey’s procurement activity is exclusively classified under the “No Set-Aside” category, indicating a primary focus on technical merit, performance capability, and compliance over socioeconomic preferences. This reflects a mission-driven approach prioritizing operational necessity and engineering fidelity, with awards awarded based on technical superiority and proven track records rather than socioeconomic designation. Her primary procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing — encompassing avionics housings, flight control actuators, fuel system components, and other non-airframe aerospace subsystems. Tingey possesses deep technical expertise in aerospace manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, composite fabrication, and systems integration, ensuring that all procured items meet stringent airworthiness and lifecycle performance requirements.