Kim S. Ratliff

Kim S. Ratliff serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirement development through contract award and administration. In this role, she ensures compliance with FAR regulations and supports mission-critical procurement objectives by executing competitive, transparent, and efficient contracting actions. Her portfolio primarily involves complex industrial and aerospace procurements, including specialized machinery, components, and manufacturing services. Ratliff works closely with technical stakeholders to define performance requirements and align contracting strategies with agency operational needs, ensuring acquisitions meet both fiscal and functional standards. While specific contractor names are not available, Ratliff maintains a robust network of industrial suppliers and manufacturers across multiple technical domains. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in precision manufacturing, aerospace systems, and industrial equipment. She engages with both large-tier suppliers and small business concerns, fostering competitive environments that promote innovation and supply chain resilience. Her working relationships are characterized by a focus on technical compliance, performance accountability, and timely contract execution. Ratliff demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 36.4% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate strategy to increase economic opportunity for small manufacturers and promote workforce development through socioeconomic contracting. She does not routinely utilize other set-aside categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB, indicating a primary focus on broad small business eligibility rather than targeted socioeconomic programs. Her procurement expertise centers on NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing), which accounts for half of her activity, alongside significant engagement in wood container and pallet manufacturing, fastener production, oil and gas field machinery, and motor and generator manufacturing. This technical breadth underscores her proficiency in industrial supply chains and mechanical systems procurement, making her a key resource for complex, high-precision hardware acquisitions.