Kim M. Pattan

Kim M. Pattan serves as a Contracting Officer for FA7022 Amic Det 2 Ol Patrick Pka, a specialized unit under the Department of the Air Force focused on advancing advanced sensing, geophysical monitoring, and signal exploitation capabilities. In this role, she manages the full lifecycle of complex procurements for high-precision scientific instrumentation, analytical equipment, and mission-critical software systems that support national defense intelligence operations. Her acquisitions are primarily technical in nature, encompassing laboratory-grade sensors, geophysical data platforms, and custom engineering solutions requiring rigorous compliance with DoD technical standards and cybersecurity protocols. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the procurement record, Pattan’s portfolio consistently engages with vendors possessing deep expertise in scientific instrumentation, data analytics, and systems integration. She works with a diverse pool of technical suppliers, including firms specializing in custom sensor development, high-fidelity signal processing, and secure data infrastructure—often requiring ITAR compliance and cleared personnel. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical validation, fostering long-term partnerships with vendors capable of meeting stringent military-grade requirements. Pattan’s procurement strategy reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 82.3% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, she actively supports small business participation, allocating 17.6% of contracts to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both operational readiness and socioeconomic goals. Her approach ensures access to innovative capabilities while maintaining a competitive, merit-based acquisition environment. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Computer Systems Design Services (541512), and Other Computer Related Services (541519), underscoring her specialization in scientific data processing, analytical system integration, and mission-critical software development. She also procures engineering services (541330) and specialized measuring devices (334519), reflecting a technical domain expertise in geophysical instrumentation and real-time environmental monitoring systems essential to defense intelligence missions.