Kizzy Ward

Kizzy D. Ward serves as a Contract Specialist, performing essential procurement functions to support the agency's mission through the administration of various acquisition requirements. In this role, she is responsible for managing the contracting lifecycle and ensuring that procurement activities align with regulatory standards and agency objectives. The agency demonstrates a diverse contracting landscape with a significant emphasis on small business participation. Procurement patterns show a commitment to socioeconomic goals, utilizing various set-aside strategies including Total Small Business Set-Asides, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, and HUBZone designations. The agency also utilizes 8(a) sole-source vehicles to meet specific acquisition needs. The procurement focus is heavily concentrated within the manufacturing and aerospace sectors. The agency’s requirements frequently fall under NAICS 336413, involving the procurement of other aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturing. Additionally, there is a strong technical emphasis on electronic component manufacturing and the acquisition of specialized electrical equipment, including power distribution transformers, specialty transformers, and motor vehicle electrical and electronic equipment.