Kristi L. Martin

Kristi L. Martin serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation while advancing mission-critical procurement objectives. Her portfolio primarily encompasses construction, manufacturing, and industrial maintenance contracts, with a strong emphasis on technical and capital-intensive procurements. Martin works closely with program managers and technical evaluators to align contracting strategies with operational needs, ensuring timely delivery of high-value goods and services. While specific contractor names are not available, Martin maintains a balanced vendor ecosystem that includes both large prime contractors and small business subcontractors. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, transparent processes that foster innovation and reliability. She engages with a diverse range of vendors, from specialized machine shops to industrial equipment manufacturers, ensuring robust competition and performance accountability across the supply chain. Martin demonstrates a clear commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals, with nearly 42% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 25% allocated to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and 16.7% reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses. Her consistent use of these authorities underscores a deliberate strategy to promote equitable access to federal contracting opportunities while maintaining rigorous performance standards. Her primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction) and 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing), each accounting for 30% of her activity. Additional expertise includes NAICS 332710 (Machine Shops) and 333613 (Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing), reflecting deep technical familiarity with industrial infrastructure, electromechanical systems, and facility maintenance services. Martin’s domain knowledge enables her to effectively evaluate technical proposals and ensure compliance with performance specifications in complex, capital-intensive procurements.