Kimberly DeLong

Kimberly L. DeLong serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex acquisition programs across critical defense and technical domains. In this role, she ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while executing full lifecycle contract actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and closeout. Her portfolio centers on high-technical acquisitions requiring rigorous performance standards, particularly in aerospace systems, engineering support, and facilities operations. DeLong works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align contract requirements with mission objectives, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and regulatory integrity. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns reflect consistent engagement with a diverse pool of vendors capable of delivering specialized aerospace components, professional engineering services, and integrated facilities support. She cultivates long-term vendor partnerships grounded in performance excellence, competitive pricing, and adherence to technical specifications. Her approach emphasizes transparent competition and robust source selection processes, fostering a procurement environment that rewards innovation, reliability, and compliance. DeLong’s acquisition strategy reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of her awards issued without set-asides. This indicates a focus on technical capability and mission readiness over socioeconomic classifications, though she remains committed to fair and equitable access for all qualified offerors. Her contracting decisions prioritize merit-based selection, ensuring the best value for the government through competitive rigor rather than mandated preferences. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 336412 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 561210 (Facilities Support Services). She routinely procures advanced propulsion systems, technical design and analysis services, and mission-critical facility operations support. Her expertise spans both hardware-intensive aerospace manufacturing and complex service-based contracts requiring stringent quality control and systems integration.